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Clouded Border Moth

Lomaspilis marginata

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Description:

This is a very distinctive species with white wings marked with black blotches around the margins. The amount of black varies, with the males usually (though not always) having more extensive black areas than the females. Occasionally almost entirely white or black individuals are seen, although this is rare. The wingspan is 24–28 mm. Lomaspilis marginata is "Extremely variable. Linne's form has complete black border to both wings, also on the forewing additional spots or patches at base and middle of costa.

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