Bouda (moth)

Bouda is a Czech word for moth. In Czech entomology and common language, it refers to insects belonging to the order Lepidoptera, generally excluding butterflies, which are referred to as "motýl." While "bouda" encompasses a wide range of moth species, distinctions are often made based on size, color, and behavior. Some types of moths, such as clothes moths, are considered pests, while others are recognized for their ecological roles as pollinators and food sources for other animals. The life cycle of the bouda typically involves a larval stage (caterpillar), a pupal stage (chrysalis), and the adult moth. The term does not typically refer to a specific genus or species but rather to the general category of moths in the Czech language.