Pelopidas (skipper)
Pareronia valeria
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This is a butterfly from the Skipper family (Hesperiidae), most likely a Golden Skipper or closely related species.
This is a butterfly from the Skipper family (Hesperiidae), most likely a Golden Skipper or closely related species. 🦋 Identification features: Body: Thick, furry, and moth-like compared to other butterflies. Antennae: Widely spaced with hooked tips, typical of skippers. Wings: Bright orange with bold black markings, held at an angle (forewings upright, hindwings flat). Size: Generally small, about 2–4 cm wingspan. 🌿 Habitat: Found in gardens, grasslands, and forest edges. Common in Asia, including India. 🌸 Food: Adults feed on nectar from small flowers. Caterpillars feed on grasses and other host plants.