Gossamer Wings: Northern Azure Celastrina lucia
| Size: | Wingspan ranges from .88" - 1.38" |
| Habitat: | Woodland openings on forest ridgetops |
| Occurrence Level: | Rare |
| Flight Period: | Mid-April to early May |
| Larval Host Plant: | Wild black cherry (Prunus serotina) |
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Garrett County, MD. May 8, 2015
Notice the darker hindwing margins and checkered fringes on these two photos.
Garrett County, MD. May 8, 2015
Allegany County, MD. April 12, 2015