Diet

• Caterpillars feed on morning-glories in the family Convolvulaceae, particularly Ipomoea species.

• Eggs are laid on the upper surface of host-plant leaves.

• Adults feed primarily on flower nectar.

Habitat

• Primarily inhabits tropical lowland environments.

• It occurs along forest edges, clearings, secondary vegetation, trails, and other sunny areas where morning-glories grow.

• Adults are small and inconspicuous and commonly rest among vegetation with the wings closed.

Description

• A small skipper with a wingspan of approximately 25–37 mm.

• The upper surface is predominantly mottled blackish or very dark brown.

• Small whitish spots near the forewing apex are characteristic.

• The underside is darker and cryptically patterned, with brown to coppery tones, particularly toward the hindwing.

• Males have a noticeable tuft of specialized scales on the hindwing, a feature characteristic of the genus.