Orange-spotted Skipper
Common NameOrange-spotted Skipper
Scientific NameVacerra bonfilius
FamilyHesperiidae
SubfamilyHesperiinae
Wingspan (mm)35
Wing Patternspotted
Primary Colorsdark brown, white, orange
HabitatTropical forests, forest edges, clearings
Geographic RangeMexico, Central America, South America
Host PlantsMarantaceae species, various broadleaf plants
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical regions
Flight Styledarting
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLike other skippers, it undergoes complete metamorphosis, with larvae typically feeding on broadleaf plants and forming leaf shelters.
Identification TipsLook for the combination of dark brown wings with large white patches on both forewings and hindwings, and a distinct orange spot on the forewing.
Description
A medium-sized skipper with dark brown wings, prominent white patches on the hindwings and forewings, and a distinctive orange spot on each forewing.
