Butterflies never sleep? myth or reality

Butterflies Do Rest: While they don’t sleep in the traditional sense, butterflies do have periods of rest when they are less active.

Diurnal Creatures: Butterflies are primarily diurnal, meaning they are active during the day and rest at night.

Resting at Night: At night or during colder weather, butterflies tend to rest on leaves or flowers, often hanging upside down to protect themselves.

Sleep-Like Behavior: During these resting periods, their metabolism slows down, which is similar to sleep in other animals.

Use of Antennae: When resting, butterflies may fold their wings and close their eyes, but their antennae are still active, sensing their environment.

Torpor State: In cold conditions, butterflies may enter a state of torpor, a kind of deep rest where they appear immobile to conserve energy.

Mating and Resting Cycles: Butterflies may rest more frequently during mating seasons to preserve energy for reproduction.

No REM Sleep: Unlike humans, butterflies do not experience REM (rapid eye movement) sleep, as their nervous system is not as complex as that of mammals.

This information is not DNA's opinion but obtained from media reports