wallowa
Acacia calamifolia
Nectar
Host
Now rare in the Adelaide area. Occurs in small colonies in woodland areas near its host plant. Caterpillars feed on certain Acacia species and are associated with small black ants. Wingspan: 26 – 29mm.
You can learn a lot more about this butterfly, on the research-quality website now managed by BCSA, (here)
Key Facts
| Family: | lycaenidae |
| Size (Male): | 26mm |
| Size (Female): | 29mm |
| Mature Larva Length: | 20-24mm |
| Months of Flight: | jan, feb, mar, apr, may, jun, jul, aug, sep, oct, nov, dec |
| Abundance: | rare |
| Alternate Names: | Amethyst Hairstreak or Icilius Hairstreak |
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Favoured Plants
Plants for attracting this butterfly to your garden
