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Species

Species:

Family:

Subfamily:

Size

Small

Host Plants

• Live Oak

Where Found

Habitat

• Woodlands, hammocks, forest margins, and adjacent open areas

This species has been reported in these Florida counties:

Throughout Florida

Flight Period

• February
• March
• April
• May
• June
• July
• August
• September
• October

Description

This is a distinctive and brightly colored hairstreak of oak woodlands and adjacent open areas. It regularly visits small blossoms and may be a frequent visitor to more forested neighborhoods. | Photos by Jaret Daniels