The video below is part of a series of training videos focused on butterfly identification, developed by NH Fish & Game Department and the NH Butterfly Monitoring Network. Butterfly ID: Hairstreaks (Part II) covers tailed butterflies that feed on shrubs and trees. These species include coral hairstreak, Edward’s hairstreak, White M hairstreak, Arcadian hairstreak, gray hairstreak and banded hairstreak. Click the menu in the top right corner of the video player to navigate between the different species covered in this module.
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Identification information and narration provided by George DeWolf, Baker Ponds Count Coordinator.