Kisutam syllis
Godman & Salvin, 1887
Sky-blue Groundstreak
Kisutam syllis, commonly known as the sky-blue groundstreak, is a lycaenid described by Godman and Salvin in 1887. It is one of the most frequently encountered species in the eumaeine subtribe. The species is primarily known from wet forest floor where it feeds as a .
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Kisutam syllis: /ˈkɪsuːtæm ˈsɪlɪs/
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Habitat
Wet forest floors, particularly in areas with decaying fruit.
Distribution
Mexico to southern Brazil. Confirmed by citizen science observations.
Diet
; feeds on decaying fruit.
Behavior
Has been observed congregating around decaying fruit on forest floors.
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Taxonomic Status
GBIF lists this as a synonym of Thecla syllis, indicating ongoing taxonomic revision within the .
Observation Data
iNaturalist records 644 observations, supporting the ' status as one of the most commonly reported eumaeine butterflies.