Feniseca tarquinius
(Fabricius, 1793)
Harvester
Feniseca tarquinius, commonly known as the harvester, is a small and uncommon native to North America. It is the sole member of the Feniseca, making it taxonomically unique within the Lycaenidae. The is notable for its larvae, which feed on aphids rather than plant material—a highly unusual trait among butterflies. are typically associated with wooded and forest edges.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Feniseca tarquinius: /fɛˈnɪsɪkə tɑrˈkwɪniəs/
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Distribution
North America, with confirmed records from Canada (Manitoba, Saskatchewan) and the United States (Vermont).