Summer Azure Butterfly
Scientific Name: Celastrina neglecta
Order & Family: Order: Lepidoptera, Family: Lycaenidae
Size: 23–33 mm wingspan (0.9–1.3 inches)
Natural Habitat
Open woodlands, gardens, meadows, and brushy areas
Diet & Feeding
Adults feed on nectar from flowers and dogwood berries; larvae eat flowers and fruits of various host plants including dogwood and New Jersey tea.
Behavior Patterns
Active in summer; often seen 'puddling' on damp soil to drink minerals; they have several generations per year and undergo complete metamorphosis.
Risks & Benefits
No risk to humans; benefits include pollination of local plant species and serving as a food source for birds and spiders.
Identified on: 6/11/2026