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Zilpa longtail

Zilpa longtail

Chioides zilpa

A species of Chioides

Chioides zilpa is a butterfly from the family of Chioides zilpa (Hesperiidae). The scientific name of the species was first validly published in 1874 by Arthur Gardiner Butler.

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Attributes of Zilpa longtail
Colors
Brown
White
Habitat
scrub and edge
Adult Food Sources
Flower nectar, juices from rotting fruit, tree sap, animal exudates, pollen
Larva Food Source
Plant leaves, specific host plants
Biting/stinging
Not reported
Allergy-causing
Not reported
Pollinator
Not reported
Pest-Eating Predatory
Not reported
Phytophagous
The Zilpa longtail feeds on plants, usually without causing significant harm. However, it's important to take the situation seriously if their numbers begin to increase significantly.
Predatory
Not reported
Biting animal or pet
Not reported
Mouthparts Type
Siphoning mouthparts
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Species Status of Zilpa longtail
It is found in Central America, North America, and South America.
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Distribution Area of Zilpa longtail
Central America, North America, South America
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Life Cycle of Zilpa longtail
Egg The eggs of zilpa longtail are laid on host plants. These tiny, spherical structures serve as a protective casing for the embryo. Over time, they darken as the creature inside prepares to hatch.
Larva Upon hatching, the larva of zilpa longtail consumes foliage voraciously. It's a long, soft-bodied caterpillar with distinctive color patterns for camouflage. Growth is rapid, involving several molts.
Pupal The larva of zilpa longtail forms a pupa, transitioning within a hardened chrysalis. Colors blend with the surroundings, and significant internal reorganization occurs, preparing for adulthood.
Adult Emerging from the pupa, the adult zilpa longtail's development is marked by the presence of wings and functional reproductive organs. Body is fully formed and hardened, and the adult is mobile, focusing on reproduction.
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Adult Size of Zilpa longtail
4 - 6 cm
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Predators of Zilpa longtail Larvae
Birds, arachnids, small mammals, insectivorous insects
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Predators of Adult Zilpa longtail
Birds, spiders, mammals, reptiles, other insects
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Scientific Classification of Zilpa longtail
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Youth Habitat of Zilpa longtail
Forests and Woodlands
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Adult Habitat of Zilpa longtail
Forests and Woodlands, Urban and Suburban Areas, Agricultural and Cultivated Areas
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How Can You Attract Zilpa longtail
Adult zilpa longtail feed on nectar from flowers, so setting up nectar stations with flowers or artificial feeders that contain a sugar-water solution could help in attracting them.
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Habitat Preferences of Zilpa longtail Through Different Life Stages
The eggs of zilpa longtail are commonly found on the leaves of host plants, where they are securely attached. Caterpillars develop in shelters made of leaves bound with silk, often on the same plants. Adult zilpa longtail, which result from the pupal stage that occurs in a chrysalis, are typically encountered in the vicinity of nectar-rich flowers, meadows, and sunny, open habitats. To locate these stages, one would methodically search the appropriate vegetation for the eggs and caterpillars, observe the bound leaves for chrysalises, and look for adults fluttering near suitable flowers or basking in the sun.
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When is the Best Time to Observe Zilpa longtail
The best time to find adult zilpa longtail is on sunny days when they are most active, generally during mid-morning to early afternoon. For larvae and pupae, the time may vary, but searching when the temperatures are mild can be more effective.
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What is the Best Weather to Observe Zilpa longtail
Dry and warm weather is ideal for finding adult zilpa longtail as they prefer sunny conditions to fly and feed. After rainfall, larvae may be more visible as they come out to feed on host plants.
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Hurt Plant

After zilpa longtail begins its feeding, the leaves of Fabaceae plants show notable damage. This insect voraciously chews through plant tissues, leaving behind a pattern of holes and ragged edges. Over time, the affected leaves may demonstrate reduced photosynthetic ability, negatively impacting the plant's growth and productivity.

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