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Long-tailed Blue

Lampides boeticus

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Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in virtually all terrestrial and freshwater habitats.

Widely distributed across Asia (Cyprus, Taiwan), Europe (33 countries), and North America (United States).

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Full Taxonomy

Animalia (Animals)

Arthropoda (Arthropods)

Insecta (Insects)

Lepidoptera (Butterflies & Moths)

Species

Lampides boeticus (Long-tailed Blue)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish canela estriada

French azuré porte-queue

German Geschwänzter Blasenstrauchbläuling

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Butterflies & Moths

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Long-tailed Blue?

The scientific name of Long-tailed Blue is Lampides boeticus. It belongs to the genus Lampides.

Where does Long-tailed Blue live?

Long-tailed Blue is found in Widely distributed across Asia (Cyprus, Taiwan), Europe (33 countries), and North America (United States).. Countries include Albania, Andorra, Austria, Belgium, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark.

What family does Long-tailed Blue belong to?

Long-tailed Blue (Lampides boeticus) belongs to the genus Lampides, which is part of the taxonomic family Lycaenidae.

What kingdom does Long-tailed Blue belong to?

Long-tailed Blue (Lampides boeticus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

Native Range — 36 Countries

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Genus Lampides — 1 Species

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Long-tailed Blue

Lampides boeticus

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Data verified March 2026

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