Lancea Skipper
Common NameLancea Skipper
Scientific NameQuadrus lancea
FamilyHesperiidae
SubfamilyHesperiinae
Wingspan (mm)35
Primary Colorsblack, blue, white, orange
HabitatForest edges, clearings, open woodlands
Geographic RangeCentral America, South America
Host PlantsGrasses
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical regions, multiple broods
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesUndergoes complete metamorphosis; larvae feed on grasses and typically pupate in a silken shelter formed from leaves.
Identification TipsKey identification features include the prominent iridescent blue stripes on the hindwings, contrasting white spots on the forewings, and the distinctive orange coloration on the head and part of the thorax.
Description
A medium-sized skipper with dark brown wings, featuring iridescent blue stripes on the hindwings and white spots on the forewings. The head and thorax show some orange coloration.
