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Silvery Blue

Glaucopsyche lygdamus

Taxonomy

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

About

Glaucopsyche lygdamus, the silvery blue, is a small butterfly native to North America. Its upperside is a light blue in males and a dull grayish blue in females. The underside is gray with a single row of round spots of differing sizes depending upon the region.

Frequently Asked Questions

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