Chequered ranger
Kedestes lepenula
Fun Fact: Chequered Rangers rest on stones. They also frequent the tops of koppies around midday, settling on vegetation or grass.
Introduction: Chequered Rangers (Kedestes lepenula) rest on stones. They also frequent the tops of koppies around midday, settling on vegetation or grass.
Distribution: Kombat, Grootfontein and other northern Namibian locations.
Breeding/Larval food: Eggs are laid singly on a blade of grass. The larvae then feeds on this grass and roll up a couple of leaves to make a shelter.
Colouration: Distinctive yellow hindwing underside.
On the wing: October to April.
Wingspan: Approx 30 to 35mm.
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