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Bartram's Scrub-Hairstreak
Strymon acis (Drury, 1773)
Attributes of Strymon acisFamily: Gossamer-wing Butterflies (Lycaenidae) Subfamily: Hairstreaks (Theclinae) Identification: Hindwing with 1 long and 1 short tail. Upperside dark gray. Underside light gray. Hindwing with wide straight postmedian band of white edged with black; 2 white spots near base of wing. Life history: Eggs are laid singly on flower stalks of host plant. Young caterpillars eat upperside of leaves, flowers, and fruits; older caterpillars feed on leaves. Flight: Three to four flights in Florida from February-November. Wing span: 7/8 - 1 1/8 inches (2.2 - 2.9 cm). Caterpillar hosts: Narrow-leafed croton (Croton linearis) in the Euphorbiaceae family. Adult food: Nectar from flowers of narrow-leafed croton and shepherd's needle. Habitat: Pine forest openings. Range: Southern Florida and the Keys, West Indies. Conservation: All populations should be conserved. NatureServe Global Status: G4 - Apparently secure globally, though it might be quite rare in parts of its range, especially at the periphery. Management needs: Prevent further loss of habitat. Ensure that host plant colonies remain in suitable condition. | Documented Records for Strymon acis |
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