78. Anthene crawshayi vuattouxi Libert, 2010

WL: 12mm. Previously reported by Mendes et al. (2008) as Anthene crawshayi crawshayi, the subspecies’ identification is updated. It is typical of Guinea savanna, and the nominate subspecies is found throughout most of sub-Saharan Africa; the present subspecies is known from Mauritania to northern Cameroon and a third one occurs in South Africa. The caterpillars feed on Acacia and possibly on other Fabaceae .

Studied material. Cacheu: Caió, frequent (JB).

Previous references. Regions: Quinara, Tombali. Authors: Larsen (2005), Mendes et al. (2008), Libert (2010).

Probable abundance and proposed status. AB: NF; CS: LC.