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C_StripedHairstreak Common Name:
Striped Hairstreak
 
 
Scientific Name: Satyrium liparops

 

Habitat & Flight Period: Moist wooded areas and groves / June - July

 

Comment: Widely spaced white lines on underwings are the definitive markings for this species of hairstreak. Caterpillars actually feed on fruits and buds of host plants as well as leaves. Uncommon.