About White-letter Hairstreak
A small dark butterfly with a distinctive W-shaped white line on the hindwing underside. Breeds on elm.
Did You Know?
Has declined dramatically due to Dutch elm disease destroying its food plant across Europe.
Distribution
Where White-letter Hairstreak can be found
Seasonal Activity
Peak activity
Moderate
Low / dormant
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APA:
Orbitrock. (2026). White-letter Hairstreak (Satyrium w-album). Retrieved from https://orbitrock.com/insect/white-letter-hairstreak
MLA:
"White-letter Hairstreak." Orbitrock, https://orbitrock.com/insect/white-letter-hairstreak.