Virbius Skipper
Common NameVirbius Skipper
Scientific NameCobalus virbius
FamilyHesperiidae
SubfamilyHesperiinae
Wingspan (mm)40
Wing Patternspotted
Primary Colorsdark brown, white, reddish-orange
HabitatForest edges, clearings, disturbed areas, open woodlands
Geographic RangeCentral America, South America (from Mexico southwards)
Host PlantsGrasses (Poaceae)
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical regions
Flight Styledarting
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesUndergoes complete metamorphosis. Larvae are likely grass feeders, pupating before emerging as adults.
Identification TipsDistinguished by its dark brown wings, bright reddish-orange eyes, and the large, clean white patch on the underside of the hindwing. Hooked antennae are characteristic of skippers.
Description
A robust, medium-sized skipper with dark brown wings, prominent reddish-orange eyes, and a distinctive large white patch on the underside of the hindwing.
