We Butterfly - Eastern Tailed-Blue

Eastern Tailed-Blue

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Description

A very common butterfly over the eastern United States. Rare in the far West. The only tailed blue in most of the East.

Habitat

Widespread in many open situations, including suburban and even urban areas.

Flight Period

Throughout warm weather.

Caterpillar Foodplants

Legumes.

Scientific Information

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