Miami Blue vs Violet Copper
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Miami Blue | Violet Copper |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cyclargus thomasi bethunebakeri | Lycaena helle |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Lycaenidae | Lycaenidae |
| Size | 2-2.5 cm wingspan | 24-30 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Beaches & Coastal | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Herbivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | United States | Northern and central Europe, Siberia |
| Conservation | Critically Endangered | Near Threatened |
Miami Blue
A small blue butterfly once common throughout coastal South Florida. It is now restricted to a few islands in the Florida Keys.
Did You Know?
Hurricane Andrew in 1992 devastated much of its remaining habitat, accelerating its decline.
Violet Copper
A tiny butterfly whose males display a vivid violet-purple sheen over coppery-orange wings. It is one of Europe's rarest and most localised coppers.
Did You Know?
It is so rare in western Europe that individual colonies receive specific conservation management plans.