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Why do moths circle around lights at night?

Moths usually fly at night. When they come across light sources, they tend to circle around the lights for hours. Is this some sort of insect social gathering?
  • Industry/Domain: Animals
  • Category: Insects
  • Created: 16:00, 31 December 1969

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