Cacyreus lingeus (Stoll, 1782) is a animal in the Lycaenidae family, order Lepidoptera, kingdom Animalia. Not known to be toxic.
Cacyreus lingeus (Stoll, 1782)
Cacyreus lingeus (Stoll, 1782) is a common butterfly widespread across most of lower-altitude sub-Saharan Africa.
This species, scientifically known as Cacyreus lingeus (Stoll, 1782), has a wingspan of 22–27 mm for males and 22–28 mm for females. Its larvae are pale green. It is a common species across most of sub-Saharan Africa, occurring mainly at lower altitudes.
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