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Fletcher Wildlife Garden | all galleries >> Butterflies (Lepidoptera) of the FWG >> Gossamer Wings (Lycaenidae): Coppers, Hairstreaks and Blues > Banded hairstreak (Satyrium calynus)
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05-JUL-2012

Banded hairstreak (Satyrium calynus)

This hairstreak was on a small walnut sapling. I have often found both banded and striped hairstreaks on walnut trees at FWG. This species is often found around treed areas, along woodland trails, edges of woodlots, etc.

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Wei O'Connell08-Jul-2012 02:05
Great shot. Lovely wings.
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