bronze nimble blue (lepidochrysops irvingi) in This species is typically found in grasslands and open woodlands.
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lepidochrysops irvingiESA Categories -insects

  • National Parks/ Sanctuaries

    -

  • Common Names

    bronze nimble blue, irving's blue

  • Regions

    BotswanaSouth Africa

  • Population

    Unknown, but likely declining due to habitat loss and climate change.

  • Habitat

    This species is typically found in grasslands and open woodlands.

  • Weight(in lbs) and Life Span

    0.00035 and 1

Regions

Botswana, South Africa

Lepidochrysops irvingi is a species of butterfly in the Lycaenidae family. They are small, brightly colored, and primarily found in sub-Saharan climates.

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