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African Babul Blue

Azanus jesous

Photo by Mari du Preez
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Field Notes

Description:

Alternate common names: Topaz-spotted Blue, Topaz Blue
Afrikaans common name: Hemels-bloutjie
Most common South African Azanus.

Habitat:

Widespread over almost all of South Africa. Like other Azanus Blues, the larva feeds on Acacia species.

Notes:

Flight period: Continuous broods from Sept–May in cooler areas; in warmer
areas, year-round, peak late summer.

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Azanus jesous

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