The black witch is a huge noctuid moth. In flight, it looks black or dark brown, but up close, it’s quite beautiful. Also known as the bat, duppy bat, money moth and a host of other names, it may be bad luck or good luck depending on the local tradition. It may also be seen as the embodiment of a person’s soul, either a loved one returning to say goodbye or a lost soul unable to rest.
Are there any names or myths associated with this moth on St. Martin?
