 populations in the far northwestern parts of the state, but they live mostly in central Wisconsin. To see what counties they can be seen in, take a look at the Wisconsin map.
Where can you see the Karner blue in Wisconsin? Look for the butterflies near patches of wild lupine in late May and early June. Later in the summer, wild lupine becomes difficult to see and the butterflies are easier to see drinking nectar on flowers such as butterfly weed, sunflowers, goldenrods, and other late summer blossoms.
Learn the techniques of butterfly watching, then go to places where you can see the Karner blues:
If you live in central or far northwest parts of Wisconsin, find out where the nearest Karner blue habitat area is to you and get involved with local conservation projects that would benefit them the most. Contact your county forester to get more information. You can also help other butterflies by getting involved with a butterfly count, helping educate people about the Karner blue, planting a butterfly garden, or by getting involved with a butterfly group. Here are some butterfly contacts:
Wisconsin's 4th of July Butterfly Count:
Help count butterflies of all types. Go to the North American Butterfly Association's clickable map to find the nearest butterfly count location to you, then click on it to find out who the contact person is in Wisconsin:
Learn more about the Karner blue and other butterflies in Wisconsin (Leaves EEK!):