The most common elfin species in central North Carolina, these almost tailless hairstreaks are usually found near the hostplants, Eastern Redbud and American Holly. Most similar to the uncommon and local Brown Elfin and Frosted Elfin.

Occoneechee Mountain, Orange Co., NC 4/4/09.

Occoneechee Mountain, Orange Co., NC 4/4/09.

Occoneechee Mountain, Orange Co., NC 4/4/09.

A well worn individual, late in the flight period.

Union Co., SC 4/26/2016.

Moore Co., NC 4/20/05.

The other side of the same individual.

Close-up of the eye, which is half covered with hairs!

Occoneechee Mountain, Orange Co., NC 4/4/09.

Close-up showing hairs on the hindwing.

Occoneechee Mountain, Orange Co., NC 4/4/09.