White M Hairstreak Parrhasius m-album
Photo credit: (left) davidmcnicholas, (right) pondhawk
Caterpillar host plant: Oaks (Quercus sp.) Adult nectar plants: Many small flowering plants, such as Vervain (Verbena sp.) and Lantana (Lantana sp.) Identification: dull grey outer wings; bright blue inner wings rimmed with black Abundance: Uncommon “Butterflies... not quite birds, as they were not quite flowers, mysterious and fascinating as are all indeterminate creatures.� Elizabeth Goudge
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