Why are moths “dusty”?

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I just swatted a moth that was in my kitchen and noticed that there was, what I will call dust, that came off the wings. Is this actually dust or something else? Does this have a purpose?

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The dust is actually teeny tiny little scales that brush off when you touch the wings. The scales contribute to the color and pattern of moths and butterflies.

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