Red-banded Hairstreak
Calycopis cecrops
Red-banded Hairstreak is common statewide. The habitat is widely varied, and it is found in overgrown fields, along deciduous forest edges and on mountain roadsides. The hostplants are a variety of sumacs including winged sumac (Rhus copallinum), fragrant sumac (Rhus aromatica) and smooth sumac (Rhus glabra). It also uses wax myrtle (Myrica cerifera). Eggs are laid on the fallen leaves of the host. There are two to three broods from March to late September. Early Date: February 23 (Grady County); Late Date: October 22 (Monroe County). Conservation Status: Secure
