Great Purple Hairstreak Atlides halesus

Family: Lycaenidae, Gossamer-wing Butterflies

Habitat Widespread in varied settings close to mistletoe-clad trees: oak savannahs, conifer flats, watersides.

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Published:: May 22, 2007 / 1:54 am

Category:: Gossamer-wing Butterflies (Lycaenidae)

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