Grass Skippers: Brazilian Skipper Calpodes ethlius

Size: | Wingspan ranges from 1.75" - 2.38" |
Habitat: | Gardens, residential areas |
Occurrence Level: | Rare stray |
Flight Period: | September to October |
Larval Host Plant: | Cannas |
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This is a large grass skipper that is very difficult to photograph. The underside has 3 or 4 white spots. The eyes are huge and outlined in white.