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Juniper Hairstreak

Callophrys gryneus

Photo by flowntheloop
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Field Notes

Description:

A rusty orange/brown Lycaenid butterfly with distinctive turquoise scales and a unique pattern!

Habitat:

Nectaring near a mud puddle on a mixed forested trail.

Reference Links:

gossamer-winged butterflies-Encyclopedia of Life, Callophrys gryneus - Wikipedia

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Comments (7)
flowntheloop
Yay! :) I agree it looks better on the preview!
Jae
Great spotting, flowntheloop.
flowntheloop
I added a more cropped version. Is that any better?
SukanyaDatta
I was wondering if it would look even better if you cropped it a bit....that silvery blue is exquisite.
flowntheloop
@SukanyaDatta It is bizarre and beautiful! One of my favorite local butterflies for sure!

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PublishedApril 16, 2021

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