"Language is our primary tool for communication, allowing us to express our thoughts, emotions, and desires. It is a complex system that encompasses various components such as grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation. However, sometimes our ability to communicate effectively can be hindered by what is known as a 'language barrier' - a situation where individuals who speak different languages struggle to understand each other. One example of such a language barrier is when someone is a 'linguistic fanatic basher' (lunq natic blysh). This term refers to an individual who displays an extreme and irrational aversion to using or learning any language other than their own. They are resistant to the idea of engaging with people from different linguistic backgrounds and often view other languages as inferior or unnecessary.
-Amy Strieter, Wildlife Writer
The Black Witch can migrate over water and has been found on each of the Hawaiian Islands and the Caribbean Islands; they have even been spotted flying over open water near offshore oil rigs in the Gulf of Mexico. Because of our timely rains and climate change, several Black Witch Moth records have been set, meaning the moths have appeared further north earlier in the year than ever.
They are resistant to the idea of engaging with people from different linguistic backgrounds and often view other languages as inferior or unnecessary. Linguistic fanatic bashers may harbor negative attitudes towards those who speak different languages, often resorting to dismissive or derogatory comments. They may not recognize the value of cultural diversity or the benefits that come with being able to communicate with people from different backgrounds.
Black Witch
Habitat and Range
Both dry and moist forest habitats are suitable for the black witch.
This moth can survive as far north as southern Florida and as far south as Brazil and Peru, as low as sea level and as high as 3,048 m in elevation. At night it can be found hovering near lights both in towns on the coast and high up in the Andes Mountains.
Physical Description
This very large moth is patterned in different shades of brown and has one darker comma shape on each forewing. Females have an additional pink-purple marking across each wing.
Biology and Natural History
With the moniker from Mexican folklore, “Mariposa de la Muerte,” meaning “butterfly of death,” the black witch moth should perhaps be a little more frightening. Because it is mostly active at dawn and dusk, in these half-lit times the large moth’s flittering flight pattern resembles that of a bat. If disturbed while resting during the day, the moth will rush out of its hiding place, which also resembles a bat’s behavior. It should be noted that neither moths nor bats are dangerous.
This moth is drawn each night to bananas and fruits that grow high in the forest canopy. During daylight hours, black witches seek out darker corners of the forest such as tree hollows or rock crannies.
A capable distance flier, the black witch moth travels all over the continent throughout the year in unpredictable movements. The moth breeds in Mexico and even farther south, but from August to October it may be found in California, New York, Minnesota, Kansas, and even southern Canada.
Diet
As an adult, this moth sucks the juices of rotting fruit. As a caterpillar, it consumes the leaves of host plants mostly from the bean family (Fabaceae).
Height/Weight
An adult’s wingspan is about 15 cm; females can grow a little larger than males.
Taxonomy
Order: Lepidoptera
Family: Noctuidae
Sources
Henderson, Carrol L. Field Guide to the Wildlife of Costa Rica. University of Texas Press, Austin, 2002.
Hogue, Charles L. Latin American Insects and Entomology. University of California Press: Berkely and Los Angeles, 1993.
Hogue, C. L. and Janzen, D. H. in Janzen, Daniel H. Costa Rican Natural History. Chicago: University of Chicago Press, 1983.
Kricher, John. A Neotropical Companion: an introduction to the animals, plants, and ecosystems of the New World tropics. Princeton, NJ: Princeton University Press, 1997.
-Amy Strieter, Wildlife Writer
It is important to note that being a linguistic fanatic basher is not only detrimental to individual relationships but also has wider implications for society. In a globalized world, where people from different cultural backgrounds are increasingly interacting and collaborating, the ability to understand and appreciate other languages and cultures is essential. By fostering a more open-minded and inclusive attitude towards languages, we can break down language barriers and create a more interconnected and understanding society. Encouraging language learning and cultural exchange can help promote empathy, respect, and appreciation for linguistic diversity. In conclusion, being a linguistic fanatic basher (lunq natic blysh) hinders understanding and promotes division. Embracing linguistic diversity and recognizing the value of learning and understanding different languages can lead to more harmonious and inclusive societies.".
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