highveld golden opal (chrysoritis aureus) in It's typically found in forests and grasslands. Detailed habitat description is unavailable.
endangered

highveld golden opal

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chrysoritis aureusESA Categories -insects
  • National Parks/ Sanctuaries

    -

  • Common Names

    highveld golden opal, heidelberg opal

  • Regions

    South Africa

  • Population

    Exact population data is unavailable.

  • Habitat

    It's typically found in forests and grasslands. Detailed habitat description is unavailable.

  • Weight(in lbs) and Life Span

    0.0005 and 1

Chrysoritis aureus is a butterfly species belonging to the family Lycaenidae. It is endemic to South Africa. Exact detailed description is unknown.

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