Millet Skipper

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in virtually all terrestrial and freshwater habitats.

Distributed across Cyprus and Greece.

🇨🇾 Cyprus 🇬🇷 Greece

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Animals)

Phylum

Arthropoda (Arthropods)

Class

Insecta (Insects)

Order

Lepidoptera (Butterflies & Moths)

Family

Hesperiidae

Genus

Pelopidas

Species

Pelopidas thrax (Millet Skipper)

Similar Species in Pelopidas

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Black-branded Swift

Pelopidas mathias

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Millet Skipper?

The scientific name of Millet Skipper is Pelopidas thrax. It belongs to the genus Pelopidas.

Where does Millet Skipper live?

Millet Skipper is found in Distributed across Cyprus and Greece.. Countries include Cyprus, Greece.

What family does Millet Skipper belong to?

Millet Skipper (Pelopidas thrax) belongs to the genus Pelopidas, which is part of the taxonomic family Hesperiidae.

What kingdom does Millet Skipper belong to?

Millet Skipper (Pelopidas thrax) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Millet Skipper?

The closest relatives of Millet Skipper in the genus Pelopidas include Black-branded Swift.