Martial Scrub-Hairstreak (Strymon martialis)

Martial Scrub-Hairstreak, a reference photo — Photo: ALAN SCHMIERER · CC0 (licence)

Strymon martialis, known generally as martial scrub hairstreak, is a species of hairstreak in the butterfly family Lycaenidae. Other common names include the Cuban gray hairstreak and martial hairstreak.

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Is it venomous or poisonous?

We have no record of Martial Scrub-Hairstreak being toxic, poisonous or venomous. That is not proof that it is safe. Never eat, touch or handle a wild plant, mushroom or animal on the strength of an identification; ask someone qualified.

Easily confused with

Rekoa zebina
Strymon bebrycia

Classification

Kingdom: Animalia
Phylum: Arthropoda
Class: Insecta
Order: Lepidoptera
Family: Lycaenidae
Genus: Strymon
Species: Strymon martialis

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