The Ceraunus Blue is a tiny blue butterfly of the deep South and Southwest, with males showing violet-blue above and females being largely brown. Its underside pattern of spots and a partial second eyespot near the tail base is distinctive. It is a rapid flier that produces multiple generations in warm climates. Its small size makes it easy to overlook.
Best time to see a Ceraunus Blue
The best time to see a Ceraunus Blue is July–November, when about 64% of U.S. sightings happen, based on 19,189 research-grade iNaturalist observations.
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