Argent and sable moth  (Rheumaptera hastata)

Male Argent and Sable

The common name 'Argent and Sable' which was given to this species in 1778 refers to the colour of the moth. Argent is a silvery-white colour and sable is black, both terms especially used in heraldry. Both the fore- and hindwings are white in colour

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