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Calpodes ethlius
Brazilian Skipper, Larger Canna Leafroller, Canna Skipper
Calpodes ethlius is a skipper butterfly in the family Hesperiidae, commonly known as the Brazilian skipper or canna skipper. It is notable for its broad Neotropical distribution, ranging from the southern United States through Central America to Argentina. The species is strongly associated with Canna plants, whose leaves its larvae roll into protective shelters. Adults feed on nectar from a variety of flowering plants, with specific preferences varying by region.