| Occurrence | "Primarily eastern mainland MA, but known from Springfield area - resident" |
| Abundance | "Uncommon and local, closely associated with Atlantic White Cedar; max. 8-10" |
| Flight Period | May 6 - June 15 |
| Notes | It takes persistance to see it in cedar swamps - check the heath blossoms. |
| Overwintering | Pupa |
| More info |
Massachusetts Butterfly Atlas Website |
| More info |
Butterflies of Massachusetts Website |
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| Hessel's Hairstreak is listed as a species of 'Special Concern' in Massachusetts. If you find specimens of this species, please take a photograph, note your location carefully, and fill out a Rare Animal Observation Form for the Massachusetts Division of Fisheries and Wildlife.
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| More information on Endangered Species in Massachusetts. |
Photo by Frank Model - 5/29/2007
Ponkapoag Pond Boardwalk, Randolph |
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Photo by Erik Nielsen - 5/26/2007
Ponkapoag Pond Boardwalk, Randolph |
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Photo by Barbara Spencer - 5/29/2007
Ponkapoag Pond Boardwalk, Randolph |
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