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Acmon Blue

Plebejus acmon

Photo by Jellis
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Description:

When these land they mostly close their wings so occasionally you will see them open partly or all the way. The underside of the wings are silvery grey with the edges on hind wing having spots that are black and orange. Dark spots sprinkle the underside of the wings. Small in size are found in the family of Blues.

Habitat:

Spotted along a dry trail.

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