What chemical attracts male moths during mating?

The chemical that attracts male moths during mating is called a pheromone. Pheromones are chemical signals released by an organism to attract other individuals of the same species. In the case of moths, female moths release pheromones to attract males during mating. These pheromones are typically released from glands located on the abdomen of the female moth. The pheromones travel through the air and are detected by specialized receptors on the antennae of male moths, who are then able to locate the female and mate with her.