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Sandia Hairstreak
Callophrys mcfarlandi P. Ehrlich & Clench, 1960
Attributes of Callophrys mcfarlandiFamily: Gossamer-wing Butterflies (Lycaenidae) Subfamily: Hairstreaks (Theclinae) Identification: Tailless. Upperside of male is brown; female is reddish brown with a narrow black border. Underside yellow-green; white postmedian line bordered with black toward the wing base. Life history: Eggs are laid on flower stalks of the host plant. Caterpillars feed on flowers and fruits. Flight: Two flights from May-June. Wing span: 1 1/8 - 1 1/4 inches (2.9 - 3.2 cm). Caterpillar hosts: Beargrass (Nolina texana) in the agave family (Agavaceae). Adult food: Nectar of host plant flowers. Habitat: Yucca-agave desert. Range: Very local and west Texas to northeast Mexico. Conservation: Many colonies are highly localized. NatureServe Global Status: G4 - Apparently secure globally, though it might be quite rare in parts of its range, especially at the periphery. Management needs: Preserve host plant colonies wherever found. | Documented Records for Callophrys mcfarlandi
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