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This butterfly is the only carnivorous (i.e., insectivorous) butterfly in North America (there are a handful of carnivorous moths, for example Fulgoraecia exigua). The larvae feed on various aphids, such as Neoprociphilus, Pemphigus, Prociphilus, and Schizoneura. It is found in early spring until fall and is generally scarce. It lives in wooded areas near streams close to alders. Learn more about Harvester
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Animalia: Arthropoda: Lepidoptera: Insecta: Lycaenidae: Feniseca tarquinius