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Gray Hairstreak

Strymon melinus

About

One of the most widespread hairstreaks in North America with slate-gray wings and a bright orange spot near its tail. It uses a remarkably wide range of host plants.

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Did You Know?

Its caterpillars feed on plants from over 20 different families, making it one of the most generalist butterfly larvae in North America.