Lepidoptera Heterocera records in Western Piedmont region (Italy)

The presented data include 129 species and 823 individuals recorded (Dataset_1). The light sheet method was used to observe species without capturing them, providing additional species occurrence data (Dataset_3). These comprehensive datasets are valuable for further investigations into the effects of environmental factors, particularly noise, on nocturnal Lepidoptera communities.

The dataset presented contributes to the knowledge of moth communities in the northwestern part of Italy. The environmental covariates can inform other studies aiming to investigate possible different community responses across various geographic areas. Specifically, the soundscape and sound pressure level data provide essential baselines for future field experiments that may examine the impact of environmental stressors, such as noise pollution, on Lepidoptera behaviour, distribution, and community dynamics.