Loki's copper butterfly
Callophrys loki
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Tiny, iridescent copper-green butterfly with orange hindwing spots. Rare Bay Area endemic dependent on native host plants; presence indicates pristine habitat quality.
Plants that support Loki's copper butterfly
1 plants
California Juniper
Juniperus californica
tree
Early spring larval development on juniper foliage
Bay Area nativeKeystone species