Lupine Blue
Icaricia lupini (Boisduval, 1869)
Family: Lycaenidae
Status: Uncommon resident
NENHP Ranking: Not listed
Range: The Lupine Blue is found in the western half of the United States, extending into southern Canada and western Mexico. In Nebraska it has been recorded from the western half of the state.
Larval Hostplant(s): Various legumes and buckwheats.
Broods/Flight Times: May be triple brooded with records from mid May to late October.
Overwintering: As young larvae.
Habitat: Short/mixed grass prairies in the western half of the state.
Avg. Wingspan: 7/8 – 1 1/8 inches
Found at: Niobrara Valley Preserve, Crescent Lake NWR
Similar Species: Melissa Blue
Notes:
Lupine Blue, Niobrara Valley Preserve, Chris Helzer
