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Ceraunus Blue

Hemiargus ceraunus

Taxonomy

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

About

Hemiargus ceraunus, the Ceraunus blue, is a butterfly in the Lycaenidae family. It is found in the southwestern United States, southern Texas, Florida and the Florida Keys south through the West Indies, Mexico and Central America to South America. Strays may be found in North Carolina, Missouri, Kansas and Nevada. The habitat consists of open woodland, desert scrub, dunes, pastures, road edges and vacant lots.

Frequently Asked Questions

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