23,632 observationsEndangered
Red-banded Hairstreak
Calycopis cecrops
Taxonomy
Kingdom: Animalia βΊPhylum: Arthropoda βΊClass: Insecta βΊOrder: Lepidoptera βΊFamily: Lycaenidae βΊGenus: Calycopis
About
The red-banded hairstreak (Calycopis cecrops) is a butterfly native to the southeastern United States. It feeds on fallen leaves of sumac species and other trees. Its size ranges from 0.9β1.25 inches (23β32Β mm). It lives near coastal areas.
Frequently Asked Questions
- The scientific name of Red-banded Hairstreak is Calycopis cecrops.
- Red-banded Hairstreak belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
- Red-banded Hairstreak belongs to the phylum Arthropoda.
- Red-banded Hairstreak belongs to the class Insecta.
- Red-banded Hairstreak belongs to the order Lepidoptera.
- Red-banded Hairstreak belongs to the family Lycaenidae.
- Red-banded Hairstreak belongs to the genus Calycopis.