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Common Names
karner blue butterfly
Regions
CanadaMichigan, United StatesNew Hampshire, United States
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Weight(in lbs) and Life Span
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Regions
Canada, Michigan, United States, New Hampshire, United States, New York, United States, Ohio, United States, Wisconsin, United States
The Karner Blue Butterfly (Lycaeides melissa samuelis) is a small, endangered butterfly species found in parts of the United States and Canada. The estimated remaining population is unknown but is believed to be in decline. The primary threats to this species include habitat loss, fragmentation, and the decline of its specific host plant, the wild lupine.
Activity Instructions
- Draw the Animal: Use the next page to draw a picture of the animal. Use your imagination and make it colorful!
- Write an Essay: Write a short essay about the conservation efforts to save this animal. Here are some questions to guide you:
- Why is this species important in its ecosystem?
- What are the threats it faces, and how can we help?
- What do you find most interesting about this species?
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