The family Lycaenidae, commonly known as the gossamer-winged butterflies, includes a diverse group of small butterflies. They are characterized by their delicate, often brightly colored wings and are found in various habitats worldwide. This family comprises over 6,000 species, making it one of the largest butterfly families. Lycaenidae butterflies often exhibit unique behaviors, such as mutualism with ants. Some species have larvae that produce substances attractive to ants, which in turn protect them from predators. These butterflies play essential roles in ecosystems as pollinators and indicators of environmental health.