Gossamer Wings: Banded Hairstreak Satyrium calanus
| Size: | Wingspan ranges from 1" - 1.5" |
| Habitat: | Deciduous forest openings |
| Occurrence Level: | Uncommon |
| Flight Period: | Mid-June to early July |
| Larval Host Plant: | Various oaks, walnut, hickory |
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Prince Georges County, MD. June 8, 2013
There were heavy rains the night before this photo was taken and most of the butterflies were wet. This Banded Hairstreak was no exception. Luckily the sun came out periodically later in the day to help them out.
Howard County, MD. June 14, 2012
The Banded Hairstreak has a thin band of dark brown, mostly connected spots running down the postmedian areas of the ventral forewing and hindwing. These spots are bordered by white on their outer edges.
Howard County, MD. June 24, 2012
Charles County, MD. June 12, 2013
Garrett County, MD. July 6, 2014