Butterflies and Moths of North America (BAMONA) is a comprehensive project dedicated to collecting and disseminating quality-controlled data on Lepidoptera across North America, from Panama to Canada. Hosted by Metalmark Web and Data LLC and directed by experts Kelly Lotts and Thomas Naberhaus, BAMONA serves as a vital resource for scientists and nature enthusiasts by centralizing verified occurrence and life history data in an easily accessible format. Contributors of all ages and experience levels participate by documenting their butterfly and moth sightings, which are then validated by regional coordinators.

The project combines data from citizen scientists, museum collections, and professional lepidopterists, ensuring a robust and growing database. BAMONA addresses the increasing demand for digitized and reliable species distribution information essential for scientific research, especially as climate change affects species ranges and life cycles. With tools such as species profiles, maps, and checklists, BAMONA aims to facilitate crucial research and support conservation efforts in a rapidly changing ecosystem