Brown Awl
Common NameBrown Awl
Scientific NameBadamia exclamationis
FamilyHesperiidae
SubfamilyCoeliadinae
Wingspan (mm)50
Wing Patternsolid
Primary Colorsbrown, grey
HabitatForests, woodlands, gardens, open areas
Geographic RangeSouth Asia, Southeast Asia, Australia, parts of Africa
Host PlantsTerminalia, Combretum, Grewia, Acacia, Ficus
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical regions, generally crepuscular
Flight Styledarting
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLarvae are green with a dark head, feeding on various trees and shrubs, often creating leaf shelters. Pupation occurs in a cocoon.
Identification TipsDistinguished by its uniform dull brown coloration, robust body, and rapid, darting flight. Often rests with wings partially open.
Description
A medium-sized, robust skipper with dull brown wings and a greyish, hairy body, often appearing somewhat moth-like.
