White-M Hairstreak (Parrhasius m-album)

Member of Family: Lycaenidae   

This species is usually a rare migrant in Southern Ontario, but good numbers were seen in 2012.  The individual at top right has sustained damage to the tail area of its hind wings, revealing the bright blue upper side colour that is normally seen only when the butterfly is in flight.

To see where this butterfly has been reported, visit:  The Ontario Butterfly Atlas Online

For further info on this species, visit the Butterflies of Canada