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Based on the photo, this appears to be a Common Checkered-Skipper (Burnsius communis) or a closely related species like the White Checkered-Skipper (Burnsius albescens) or the Tropical Checkered-Skipper (Burnsius oileus).

Here is a breakdown of the key features that lead to this identification:

• Checkered Wing Pattern: The wings exhibit a distinct pattern of white or pale patches against a dark brown or black background, giving them a "checkered" look, which is characteristic of the Checkered-Skippers.
• Body Coloration: The body and the base of the wings appear to have long, bluish-gray hairs, which is a feature often noted on the males of these skipper species.
• Wing Shape: Although it's a bit harder to tell with the wings folded, the overall shape and the way it is resting on the flower (like a small butterfly but with a slightly more "chunky" body) are typical of a skipper, which is a kind of butterfly (Family Hesperiidae).

Since the wing underside is visible, the faint brown bands or checkered pattern on the pale hindwing are also a strong clue. Distinguishing between the Common, White, and Tropical Checkered-Skippers often requires very close inspection or geographic context, as they are very similar in appearance.