These are butterflies in the family Hesperiidae that I have recorded on Isla Colon. Each specimen includes collecting data and observations I have made over years of visits to the island.
Specimen records and photographs
for researchers and educators
Species page for Perigonia lusca
Records from Isla Colon:
Record locator # 9369
Panama; B. del Toro; Isla Colon
lat 9.4070, long -82.3079; el 30m
13-16 Feb, 2013; 160w merc vapor lamp
pasture/primary rainforest; 8PM-5AM
Frederick C. Mosher
Field notes from Isla Colon:
P. lusca has a wide range and occurs throughout much of the Americas. The species is common on Isla Colon, with individuals showing variable presence of the characteristic yellow markings on the upper hindwings.
Identification source link:
To help with identification, email me at identification@panamainsects.org. Please include specimen locator number.