Pea Blue Lampides boeticus

Don't let the tiny size fool you—this butterfly packs remarkable character. Also known as the long-tailed blue, it belongs to the lycaenids, the gossamer-winged family, celebrated for delicate wings and intricate patterns. The long tails on the hindwings give this petite insect an elegant silhouette, and the name 'pea blue' hints at its preferred host plants. Small but mighty.