Grey Scrub Hopper
Common NameGrey Scrub Hopper
Scientific NameAeromachus jhora
FamilyHesperiidae
SubfamilyHesperiinae
Wingspan (mm)25
Wing Patterncryptic
Primary Colorsbrown, grey
HabitatOpen forests, forest edges, scrubland, grassy areas
Geographic RangeIndian subcontinent, Southeast Asia (Myanmar, Thailand, Laos, Vietnam, southern China, Malaysia)
Host Plantsgrasses
Flight PeriodMultiple broods throughout the year, typically spring to autumn
Flight Styledarting
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesEggs are laid singly on host grasses, and the larvae feed on leaves, often creating shelters by rolling them. Pupation occurs within a leaf shelter.
Identification TipsKey features include its small size, dull greyish-brown coloration, and the stout body with characteristic hooked antennae typical of skippers.
Description
A small, robust skipper with dull greyish-brown wings that often appear mottled, providing excellent camouflage.
