Blue-gray Lasaia
Common NameBlue-gray Lasaia
Scientific NameLasaia sula
FamilyRiodinidae
SubfamilyRiodininae
Wingspan (mm)22
Wing Patternspotted
Primary Colorsblue-gray, dark brown
HabitatOpen woodlands, forest edges, clearings, along streams and rivers
Geographic RangeSouthern United States (Arizona, Texas, New Mexico), Mexico, Central America, and northern South America
Host PlantsMimosa, Acacia, Senna
Flight PeriodMarch to November (multiple broods in warmer regions)
Flight Styledarting
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesUndergoes complete metamorphosis. Larvae are typically green and feed on various legume species before pupating into a chrysalis.
Identification TipsDistinguished by its small size, iridescent blue-gray wings with dark spotting, and bright yellow eyes. Often perches with wings open on low vegetation or rocks, especially near water.
Description
A small butterfly with iridescent blue-gray wings patterned with distinct dark brown spots and lines, often appearing checkered. It has prominent yellow eyes.
