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Rayed Blue

Actizera lucida

Photo by pamsai
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Description:

The Rayed Blue (Actizera lucida) is a butterfly of the Lycaenidae family. There is a white ray, or streak down the center of the hind wing.
Wingspan: males 15-23 mm females 17-25 mm
Flight Period: Year round, but are more common in summer.

Habitat:

Distribution: Eastern and southern Africa to Kenya. It is also found on Madagascar.

Notes:

Seen at Sara Camp, Mlawula

Reference Links:

Swaziland National Trust Commission - Swaziland's Butterflies

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Mlawula Nature Reserve
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PublishedMay 13, 2014

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