Cuban Pygmy Blue Butterfly vs Red-banded Hairstreak
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Cuban Pygmy Blue Butterfly | Red-banded Hairstreak |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Brephidium exilis thompsoni | Calycopis cecrops |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Lycaenidae | Lycaenidae |
| Size | 12-18 mm wingspan | 22-30 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Beaches & Coastal | Woodlands |
| Diet | Omnivores | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Cuba, Caribbean | North America |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Cuban Pygmy Blue Butterfly
One of the smallest butterflies in the world, found in Cuba and the Caribbean. Its wingspan barely exceeds 15 mm.
Did You Know?
It is so tiny that it is often mistaken for a small moth or fly.
Red-banded Hairstreak
Small dark butterfly with a prominent red-orange postmedian band on the underside. Hindwings bear false head pattern with tails.
Did You Know?
Its larvae are detritivores, uniquely feeding on decomposing fallen leaves rather than live foliage.