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Malaysian Reserve
3 days ago
- General
- Malaysian Reserve
Fly by Night: Catch a Luna Moth Near You
U.S. Postal Service issues stamp for irregularly sized cards and invitations SCHAUMBURG, Ill., Aug. 16, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Today, the U.S. Postal Service issued Luna Moth, a nondenominated stamp priced at the non-machineable surcharge rate, at the Great American Stamp Show here. A pale green luna moth graces the new release, which is designed for use on irregularly sized envelopes such as square greeting cards, invitations or announcements. Noted for their lovely green coloring and larger-than-average size, luna moths (Actias luna) are among the most beautiful moths in the United States. The stamps come in panes of 20 and are available at Post Office locations nationwide and online at Stamp design Luna Moth was designed by Derry Noyes, an art director for USPS, using an existing image by artist Joseph Scheer. The stamp features an image of a pale green luna moth with darker edges and eyespots on all four wings. The moth has a white and yellow body with feathery brown antennae between its forewings. Scheer created the image using a high-resolution scanner with extended focus, which allowed him to program in a variety of depths of field at exact points above the scanner glass. As many as 32 layers were scanned individually to ensure that all parts of the preserved moth would appear in sharp focus. These layers were stitched together to create the final image. Near the bottom of the stamp, the words 'NON-MACHINEABLE SURCHARGE' appear in uppercase letters directly below the word 'USA,' which is printed in brown type. Like a Forever stamp, it will always be valid for the rate printed on it. Postal products Customers may purchase stamps and other philatelic products through the Postal Store at by calling 844-737-7826, by mail through USA Philatelic or at Post Office locations nationwide. For officially licensed stamp products, shop the USPS Officially Licensed Collection on Amazon. Additional information on stamps, first-day-of-issue ceremonies and stamp-inspired products can be found at Please Note: The United States Postal Service is an independent federal establishment, mandated to be self-financing and to serve every American community through the affordable, reliable and secure delivery of mail and packages to nearly 169 million addresses six and often seven days a week. Overseen by a bipartisan Board of Governors, the Postal Service is implementing a 10-year transformation plan, Delivering for America, to modernize the postal network, restore long-term financial sustainability, dramatically improve service across all mail and shipping categories, and maintain the organization as one of America's most valued and trusted brands. The Postal Service generally receives no tax dollars for operating expenses and relies on the sale of postage, products and services to fund its operations. For USPS media resources, including broadcast-quality video and audio and photo stills, visit the USPS Newsroom. Follow us on X, formerly known as Twitter; Facebook; Instagram; Pinterest; Threads; and LinkedIn. Subscribe to the USPS YouTube Channel. For more information about the Postal Service, visit and National contact: Leisha Local contact: Tim
Yahoo
3 days ago
- General
- Yahoo
Fly by Night: Catch a Luna Moth Near You
U.S. Postal Service issues stamp for irregularly sized cards and invitations SCHAUMBURG, Ill., Aug. 16, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the U.S. Postal Service issued Luna Moth, a nondenominated stamp priced at the non-machineable surcharge rate, at the Great American Stamp Show here. A pale green luna moth graces the new release, which is designed for use on irregularly sized envelopes such as square greeting cards, invitations or announcements. Noted for their lovely green coloring and larger-than-average size, luna moths (Actias luna) are among the most beautiful moths in the United States. The stamps come in panes of 20 and are available at Post Office locations nationwide and online at Stamp design Luna Moth was designed by Derry Noyes, an art director for USPS, using an existing image by artist Joseph Scheer. The stamp features an image of a pale green luna moth with darker edges and eyespots on all four wings. The moth has a white and yellow body with feathery brown antennae between its forewings. Scheer created the image using a high-resolution scanner with extended focus, which allowed him to program in a variety of depths of field at exact points above the scanner glass. As many as 32 layers were scanned individually to ensure that all parts of the preserved moth would appear in sharp focus. These layers were stitched together to create the final image. Near the bottom of the stamp, the words "NON-MACHINEABLE SURCHARGE" appear in uppercase letters directly below the word "USA," which is printed in brown type. Like a Forever stamp, it will always be valid for the rate printed on it. Postal products Customers may purchase stamps and other philatelic products through the Postal Store at by calling 844-737-7826, by mail through USA Philatelic or at Post Office locations nationwide. For officially licensed stamp products, shop the USPS Officially Licensed Collection on Amazon. Additional information on stamps, first-day-of-issue ceremonies and stamp-inspired products can be found at Please Note: The United States Postal Service is an independent federal establishment, mandated to be self-financing and to serve every American community through the affordable, reliable and secure delivery of mail and packages to nearly 169 million addresses six and often seven days a week. Overseen by a bipartisan Board of Governors, the Postal Service is implementing a 10-year transformation plan, Delivering for America, to modernize the postal network, restore long-term financial sustainability, dramatically improve service across all mail and shipping categories, and maintain the organization as one of America's most valued and trusted brands. The Postal Service generally receives no tax dollars for operating expenses and relies on the sale of postage, products and services to fund its operations. For USPS media resources, including broadcast-quality video and audio and photo stills, visit the USPS Newsroom. Follow us on X, formerly known as Twitter; Facebook; Instagram; Pinterest; Threads; and LinkedIn. Subscribe to the USPS YouTube Channel. For more information about the Postal Service, visit and National contact: Leisha Local contact: Tim View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE U.S. Postal Service
Time of India
16-06-2025
- Science
- Time of India
10 animals with a lifespan of less than a week
In the animal world, not all creatures live by the same clock. While some animals live for decades, others have entire adult lives that last just a few days, or even just a few hours. But that doesn't mean something went wrong. These animals have simply adapted to live fast, grow quickly, and make the most of their short time. For them, life moves at lightning speed. They hatch, grow up, reproduce, and die– all within a week or less. It's a tough but smart survival strategy, where every moment counts. Here's a look at ten such species that prove even a short life can be meaningful. Mayfly The mayfly is often seen as the symbol of short-lived insects. Some types live for just 24 hours after becoming adults. In that short time, they don't eat or drink– they simply come out of the water, fly, find a mate, and die. What makes this even more surprising is that their larval stage underwater can last up to a year, making their quick adult life feel even more dramatic. Antlion (Adult stage) Known for their aggressive larval traps in sandy soil, antlions live a surprisingly quiet adult life– and a short one at that. Once they take flight as winged adults, their lifespan is just a few days. By then, their hunting days are over, and their final task is reproduction. Gastrotrich These tiny aquatic organisms, found in freshwater across the globe, live for only two to three days. Despite their size and simplicity, gastrotrichs are highly active during their brief time– growing, feeding, and reproducing before their life cycle resets. Luna Moth The Luna moth, known for its stunning appearance in India and North America, has a very short adult life. Once it emerges from its cocoon, it can't eat because it doesn't have a mouth. Instead, it lives off the energy it stored as a caterpillar. It survives just 5 to 7 days– long enough to mate and lay eggs before its life ends. Silkmoth The silkmoth, long domesticated for India's silk industry, lives only about 4 to 6 days as an adult. Just like the Luna moth, it doesn't eat once it leaves the cocoon. Its only job is to reproduce and keep the cycle going. Midge Midges, those tiny insects often seen swarming near water, live only 3 to 5 days as adults. Even with such a short life, they play an important role in nature, acting as food for birds, fish, and other creatures. Their main focus during this time is to reproduce. Drone Ant Drone ants, the males in an ant colony, have just one job: to mate with a queen. Once that's done, their life ends, usually within a few days. They don't gather food or help build the nest; their entire existence is focused on reproduction. Ephemeral Mayflies Some types of mayflies, called ephemeral mayflies, live for just a few hours as adults. Their time above water is so short that it's mostly just enough to find a mate. Before this brief flight, they spend months– sometimes over a year– living underwater as nymphs. Ghost Midge Ghost midges may not be as well-known, but they also have very short adult lives– just one or two days. In that brief time, they reproduce and then die, playing their small but important role in keeping the ecosystem balanced. Gall Midge These tiny flies are best known for laying eggs in plant tissues, causing small growths or galls. As adults, gall midges live just two to three days. Their time is spent locating suitable plants, reproducing, and completing their biological role in the ecosystem.
