Red-banded Hairstreak

About Red-banded Hairstreak

Small dark butterfly with a prominent red-orange postmedian band on the underside. Hindwings bear false head pattern with tails.

How to Identify Red-banded Hairstreak

Red-banded Hairstreak (Calycopis cecrops) belongs to the order Lepidoptera, family Lycaenidae. Adults typically measure 22-30 mm wingspan.

Red-banded Hairstreak Habitat

Red-banded Hairstreak is found in woodlands habitats, particularly across North America. This species has adapted to thrive in its preferred environment, where it can find suitable food sources and shelter.

Red-banded Hairstreak Diet and Feeding

Red-banded Hairstreak feeds primarily on nectar from flowers. In doing so, it acts as an important pollinator, transferring pollen between plants and contributing to plant reproduction and biodiversity.

Where Is Red-banded Hairstreak Found?

Red-banded Hairstreak can be found in North America, where it inhabits woodlands environments. Its distribution is influenced by climate, food availability, and habitat suitability.

Is Red-banded Hairstreak Dangerous?

Red-banded Hairstreak is generally harmless to humans. It does not bite or sting and poses no significant health risk. Like most insects, it prefers to avoid human contact and will typically flee rather than confront a perceived threat.

Red-banded Hairstreak Role in Nature

Red-banded Hairstreak plays an important role as a pollinator. By visiting flowers to feed on nectar or pollen, it transfers pollen between plants, aiding in reproduction and helping to maintain plant diversity. Pollinators are essential for the production of many fruits, vegetables, and wildflowers.

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