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Behr's Metalmark

Apodemia virgulti
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Summary

Apodemia virgulti is a species of butterfly commonly known as the Mormon Metalmark. It is found in western North America, particularly in California and Nevada. This small butterfly has a wingspan of about 2.5 centimeters and displays a striking pattern of metallic blue and orange on its wings. The larvae of Apodemia virgulti feed on various species of buckwheat plants.

Behr's Metalmark

Apodemia virgulti
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Tags

harmless

Scientific classification

kingdom: Animalia
phylum: Arthropoda
class: Insecta
order: Lepidoptera
family: Riodinidae
genus: Apodemia