description Acmon Blue Overview
Acmon blue is a small butterfly of western North America in the family Lycaenidae. The underside of its hindwings has an orange submarginal band, and its larvae feed on plants including buckwheats and deerweed, linking the species to open, dry habitats where those host plants grow.
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How can I identify an Acmon blue?
It is a small butterfly of western North America in the family Lycaenidae. The underside of its hindwings has an orange submarginal band.
What do Acmon blue caterpillars eat?
The larvae feed on plants including buckwheats and deerweed. Those host plants help explain why the butterfly is associated with open, dry habitats.
Where is Acmon blue found?
Its range is in western North America. It is especially linked to dry, open places where buckwheats and deerweed grow.
Is Acmon blue a true blue butterfly?
Yes, Acmon blue is a small butterfly in the family Lycaenidae. The orange band on the underside of the hindwing is a more useful field clue than the common name alone.
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