Lesser Grass Blue Zizina otis
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OrderButterflies and Moths (Lepidoptera)
FamilyGossamer-winged Butterflies (Lycaenidae)
GenusZizina (Zizina)
Don't let its size fool you—this tiny butterfly is constantly confused with its close relative, the common grass blue, making reliable identification a challenge even for experienced watchers. Found throughout south and southeast Asia, it loves grassy habitats where it may go unnoticed. The fact that it's been tricky to distinguish since 1787 shows just how subtle the differences are between these blues.
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