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Cassius Blue

Leptotes cassius

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Arthropoda ›Class: Insecta ›Order: Lepidoptera ›Family: Lycaenidae ›Genus: Leptotes

About

Leptotes cassius, the Cassius blue or tropical striped blue, is a butterfly of the Lycaenidae family. It is found in North America in Florida including the Keys, Texas south through the Caribbean, Mexico, and Central America to South America. Strays can be found in New Mexico, Kansas, Missouri and South Carolina.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Cassius Blue?
The scientific name of Cassius Blue is Leptotes cassius.
What kingdom does Cassius Blue belong to?
Cassius Blue belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Cassius Blue belong to?
Cassius Blue belongs to the phylum Arthropoda.
What class does Cassius Blue belong to?
Cassius Blue belongs to the class Insecta.
What order does Cassius Blue belong to?
Cassius Blue belongs to the order Lepidoptera.
What family does Cassius Blue belong to?
Cassius Blue belongs to the family Lycaenidae.
What genus does Cassius Blue belong to?
Cassius Blue belongs to the genus Leptotes.