midlands nimble blue (lepidochrysops pephredo) in Grassy plains in temperate regions, often near bodies of water.
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  • National Parks/ Sanctuaries

    -

  • Common Names

    midlands nimble blue, estcourt blue

  • Regions

    South Africa

  • Population

    Unknown but likely declining due to habitat loss.

  • Habitat

    Grassy plains in temperate regions, often near bodies of water.

  • Weight(in lbs) and Life Span

    0.0004 and 1

Regions

South Africa

Lepidochrysops pephredo is a butterfly species in the Lycaenidae family. They are predominantly blue with bold black markings.

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