Phocides belus

Godman & Salvin, 1893

Belus skipper, beautiful beamer

Phocides belus, commonly known as the Belus skipper or beautiful beamer, is a in the Hesperiidae. It ranges from Mexico through Central America to Rica, with occasional strays reaching southern Texas. The is recognized by its distinctive powder-blue wing coloration.

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Pronunciation

How to pronounce Phocides belus: /ˈfoʊsɪdiːz ˈbiːləs/

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Identification

Distinguished from other Phocides by its powder-blue wing hue. The final instar larva reaches 38 mm in length and is mostly uniform white with a light brown capsule.

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Distribution

Mexico to Rica. Strays have been reported as far north as Texas.

Diet

Larvae feed on Thouinidium decandrum.

Life Cycle

Last instar larvae reach 38 mm length. details not documented.

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