Common Awl
Common NameCommon Awl
Scientific NameHasora badra
FamilyHesperiidae
SubfamilyCoeliadinae
Wingspan (mm)45
Primary Colorsbrown, purple, blue-green, white
HabitatOpen forests, forest edges, gardens, plantations
Geographic RangeSouth Asia, Southeast Asia, East Asia
Host PlantsPongamia pinnata, Derris scandens, Millettia, Wisteria sinensis, Glycine max
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical regions, multiple broods
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesEggs are laid singly on host plant leaves. Larvae are typically green with a dark head, feeding on leaves before pupating in a silken shelter formed by folding a leaf.
Identification TipsKey features include the dark purplish-brown wings, the iridescent blue-green patch on the forewing, and the distinct white spots on the hindwing. Like other skippers, it has a robust body and characteristic hooked antennae.
Description
A medium-sized skipper with dark purplish-brown wings, featuring a prominent iridescent blue-green patch on the forewing and one or two distinct white spots on the hindwing. Its body is robust and hairy, with yellowish-orange legs.
