Dark-edged Snow Flat
Common NameDark-edged Snow Flat
Scientific NameTagiades cohaerens
FamilyHesperiidae
SubfamilyPyrginae
Wingspan (mm)40
Wing Patternspotted
Primary Colorsbrown, white, black
HabitatTropical and subtropical forests, forest edges, open woodlands
Geographic RangeSoutheast Asia (including India, Myanmar, Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, Philippines)
Host PlantsDioscorea spp.
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical regions
Flight Styledarting
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesEggs are laid singly on host plants. Larvae feed on leaves, often creating leaf shelters, and pupate within a cocoon made from leaves.
Identification TipsKey features include the dark brown forewings with white spots and the predominantly white hindwings with a clear row of black marginal spots. The hooked antennae are characteristic of skippers.
Description
This skipper has dark brown forewings adorned with several small white spots, and contrasting white hindwings featuring a distinct row of black spots along the outer margin.
