Hyalothyrus
| Hyalothyrus | |
|---|---|
| Scientific classification | |
| Kingdom: | Animalia |
| Phylum: | Arthropoda |
| Class: | Insecta |
| Family: | Hesperiidae |
| Genus: | Hyalothyrus Mabille, 1878 |
Hyalothyrus is a genus of skippers in the family Hesperiidae.
Habitats
This species is restricted to primary rainforest at altitudes between sea level and about 800 metres.
Lifecycle
The caterpillar feeds on Inga ( Fabaceae ) and is a dirty greenish colour, with a series of prominent pale green spots along the sides, and a large shiny reddish brown head. The internal organs and digestive system are clearly visible through the translucent skin. I have no information about the pupa, but in common with other Pyrgine skippers it is likely to be dark and smooth, with the wing cases in a contrasting tone or colour.
Adult behaviour
Other than the communal roosting described above, the only other observation I have relating to this species is the fact that it is primarily active at dusk, or on overcast days.