Frosted Flasher
Common NameFrosted Flasher
Scientific NameAstraptes fulgerator
FamilyHesperiidae
SubfamilyEudaminae
Wingspan (mm)45
Primary Colorsbrown, white, green
HabitatTropical and subtropical forests, forest edges, clearings, gardens
Geographic RangeSouthern United States (stray), Mexico, Central America, South America
Host PlantsLonchocarpus, Robinia, Wisteria, Phaseolus, Canavalia, Erythrina
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical regions; spring to fall in northern parts of its range
Flight Styledarting
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLarvae are typically green with a dark head, feeding on a variety of legume host plants. They construct shelters from leaves for pupation. Multiple generations occur annually.
Identification TipsLook for the distinctive iridescent green head and thorax, combined with the broad, bright white band on the hindwing underside. Its rapid, erratic flight is typical of skippers.
Description
A medium-sized skipper characterized by its iridescent green head and thorax, and dark brown wings with a prominent, broad white band on the underside of the hindwings.
