Troyus phyllides
Common NameTroyus phyllides
Scientific NameTroyus phyllides
FamilyHesperiidae
SubfamilyEudaminae
Wingspan (mm)60
Wing Patternspotted
Primary Colorsdark brown, white
HabitatTropical forests, forest edges, clearings
Geographic RangeCentral America, South America (Mexico to Brazil)
Host Plantsvarious legumes (Fabaceae)
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical regions
Flight Styledarting
Lifecycle NotesEggs are laid singly; larvae typically construct leaf shelters and feed on host plants; pupation occurs within a loose cocoon or leaf shelter.
Identification TipsDistinguished by its dark brown coloration with specific white hyaline spot patterns on both wings, robust body, and hooked antennae typical of skippers. The precise arrangement of these spots is crucial for species identification within the genus.
Description
A medium to large dark brown skipper with prominent white hyaline spots on both forewings and hindwings, and a robust body.
