 The
Taractrocera species are easily recognised by the aberrant antennal
club and the absence of an apiculus - a characteristic that is typical
of the Hesperiidae butterflies. The species Taractrocera
ardonia lamia was recorded as "has not been taken again in Singapore
during the present century". The spotting of this Skipper here can
therefore be classified as a re-discovery of the species in Singapore.
The species has been observed in at least 3-4 locations within the nature
reserves, usually flying at low level in open grassy and sunlit areas. 
Taractrocera ardonia lamia
is dark brown above with creamy white markings. It is a small
butterfly, with a wingspan of about 10-11 mm. The species flies in
the usual rapid Skipper flight and was found in the company of Potanthus
species. It stops with its hindwings open flat, whilst the forewings are
held at an angle as shown in the photos. This is quite similar to
the habits of the Potanthus species. |
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