Staphylus ceos

(Edwards, 1882)

golden-headed scallopwing

Staphylus ceos, commonly known as the golden-headed scallopwing, is a spread-wing skipper in the Hesperiidae. It occurs in Central America and North America. The was described by Edwards in 1882 and was originally placed in the Pholisora.

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Golden-headed Scallopwing Guindani Trail Karchner Caverns SP AZ 2019-07-30 07-56-50 (48417911847) by Bettina Arrigoni. Used under a CC BY 2.0 license.

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Staphylus ceos: /ˈstæ.fɪ.ləs ˈsiː.oʊs/

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Identification

Resembles a metalmark at first glance. As a spread-wing skipper, it rests with wings partially open rather than folded vertically. Specific wing pattern details are not documented in available sources.

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Distribution

Central America and North America. GBIF records confirm presence in Middle America and North America.

Similar Taxa

metalmarks (family Riodinidae)Superficial resemblance in general appearance, though Staphylus ceos is a skipper (Hesperiidae) rather than a true metalmark.