89. Eicochrysops hippocrates (Fabricius, 1793)

WL: 12mm. The species also has a pan-African distribution, ranging from forest to Sudan savanna. It is typically found in shady places close to bogs, swamps, lakes and running water. Caterpillars are reported to feed on Polygonaceae .

Studied material. Cacheu: Caió (JB) . Quinara: Buba Tombo (PNLC), 17.07.2009, 1♂ (BS 28964).

Previous references. Regions: Quinara. Authors: Mendes et al. (2008).

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