Diet

• Caterpillars feed on grasses (Poaceae).

• Adults feed on flower nectar and readily visit small, open flowers.

Range

• Pompeius pompeius has a broad Neotropical distribution extending from eastern and western Mexico through Central America and into South America as far south as Argentina.

• It occurs in Guerrero and is found in the Zihua area.

• It is widespread in Mexico; populations occur in both lowland tropical habitats and higher elevations.

Habitat

• It is primarily associated with open and semi-open habitats.

• Typical habitats include grassy clearings, forest edges, roadsides, fields, disturbed vegetation and sunny openings in woodland.

• Adults are particularly associated with areas containing flowering plants and grasses.

Description

• A medium-sized grass skipper with a wingspan of approximately 30–40 mm.

• The upper surface is predominantly dark brown, with several pale yellowish or translucent spots on the forewing.

• The hindwing is generally darker and relatively unmarked above.

• The underside is brown with a characteristic series of pale markings that can vary in strength between individuals.

• The body is robust, and the wings are relatively broad and rounded.