Gossamer Wings: Coral Hairstreak Satyrium titus
| Size: | Wingspan ranges from 1" - 1.5" |
| Habitat: | Old fields, meadows, brushy clearings |
| Occurrence Level: | Uncommon |
| Flight Period: | Late June |
| Larval Host Plant: | Wild cherry, chokeberry, plum |
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Prince Georges County, MD. June 19, 2013
The Coral Hairstreak has no tail. They have rather large labial palps which are used to protect and clean the proboscis.
Garrett County, MD. July 14, 2013
The underside of the hindwing has a nice row of orange-red spots.
Prince Georges County, MD. June 19, 2013
Coral Hairstreak nectaring on Orange Butterflyweed
Allegany County, MD. July 7, 2013
This Coral Hairstreak was coming out to dry off after a brief summer rain.