item-829
HabitatThis species thrives in open, sunny environments, including fields, meadows, roadsides, gardens, and open woodlands. It is a common sight in disturbed areas and suburban landscapes.
Flight Periodspring
Conservation StatusLeast Concern. This species is common and widespread throughout its range and is not currently considered to be at risk.
Description
The Eastern Tailed-Blue is a small butterfly with a wingspan typically ranging from 22 to 30 mm. Males exhibit iridescent blue uppersides, while females are generally duller blue or brownish. The underside of the wings is grayish-white, marked with small black spots and, most notably, two small black spots with orange crescents near the hindwing tails. Each hindwing usually possesses one or two slender, hair-like tails.
