Chlorostrymon maesites
(Herrich-Schäffer, 1864)
Amethyst Hairstreak, Maesites Hairstreak, Verde Azul Hairstreak
Chlorostrymon maesites, commonly known as the Amethyst , is a of hairstreak in the Lycaenidae. It is found in the Caribbean and North America. The species was originally described as Thecla maesites by Herrich-Schäffer in 1864 and is now classified under the Chlorostrymon.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Chlorostrymon maesites: /klor.oˈstrɪˌmɔn ˈmaɪˌsaɪtiːz/
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Distribution
Caribbean and North America.
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Taxonomic History
Originally described as Thecla maesites by Herrich-Schäffer in 1864. The has been transferred to the Chlorostrymon, though some sources still list it under Thecla.
Hodges Number
The MONA or Hodges number for this is 4271.