White Spurwing
Common NameWhite Spurwing
Scientific NameCelaenorrhinus leucocera
FamilyHesperiidae
SubfamilyTagiadinae
Wingspan (mm)40
Wing Patternspotted
Primary Colorsdark brown, white, pale blue
HabitatEvergreen and deciduous forests, forest edges, often near streams
Geographic RangeSouth Asia (India, Sri Lanka), parts of Southeast Asia
Host PlantsStrobilanthes spp., Barleria spp.
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical regions, peaking during monsoon
Flight Styledarting
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesEggs are laid singly on host plant leaves. Larvae feed on leaves, often creating shelters by folding or rolling leaves. Pupation occurs in a loose cocoon or within a leaf shelter.
Identification TipsLook for the distinctive dark brown wings with prominent white to pale blue, somewhat rectangular or irregular patches. The antennae have a characteristic hooked tip (apiculus), typical of skippers.
Description
A small to medium-sized skipper with robust, dark brown wings featuring prominent, somewhat translucent white to pale blue patches on both forewings and hindwings.
