Western Pygmy Blue
Western Pygmy Blue butterflies are among the smallest in the world — their wingspan is barely half an inch! They thrive in California’s salt marshes and coastal flats. Though tiny, they play a big role in pollinating wetland plants and supporting the marsh food web. 100% of profits from these sustainable greeting cards support San Francisco Baykeeper, a local nonprofit partner using science, advocacy, and the law to defend the Bay. Learn more below!
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Meet the Artist
Allie Kent
🏡 Habitat: San Francisco, CA (Bernal Heights)
🏝️ Fun Fact: I once lived and taught art in Thailand, an experience that deeply shaped my creative perspective.
🎨 Hobbies: My favorite ways to recharge are traveling, drawing, practicing qi gong, hiking through nature, getting lost in music, and ending the day with a good film.
About Allie's artwork on the card:
My art is an exploration of patience and presence. Inspired by nature, I create intricate, tattoo-like pieces that unfold through a meditative focus on detail—each dot and line a moment of stillness turned into form.
"I’m drawn to Cards Against Climate Change’s mission because it reflects how I’ve always approached teaching and art — as tools for change. While teaching in Asia, I encouraged students to use creativity to connect with and care for their communities. Now, I bring that same intention into my artwork, focusing on plants and animals to inspire appreciation for the natural world. Partnering with you would be a meaningful way to extend that impact and support climate resilience through art."
Meet the
Western Pygmy Blue
Brephidium exilis
🏡 Habitat: Salt marshes, coastal dunes, alkali flats, and desert wetlands across the western United States and Mexico
🦋 Fun Fact: I’m the smallest butterfly in North America — my wingspan is barely half an inch! Despite my size, I can handle tough environments that most butterflies can’t.
🌸 Hobbies: Fluttering low over salt marshes and tidal flats, sipping nectar from tiny seaside blooms, basking in the warm coastal sun, and laying eggs on salt-tolerant plants like pickleweed and seepweed.
"Hi there! I’m one of the tiniest butterflies on Earth! You’ll find me in coastal salt marshes, mudflats, and even desert wetlands from California to Texas, fluttering just inches above the ground. As a pollinator, I play an important role in the health of ecosystems by helping native plants reproduce. I’ve evolved to thrive where few others can — in salty, windswept places that support unique plants and creatures. Still, I depend on healthy marshes and native vegetation to survive. When wetlands are filled, paved, or polluted, it means fewer flowers to feed on and fewer places to call home. Thankfully, salt marsh protection and restoration efforts are helping bring back the native plants I rely on, from pickleweed to alkali heath."
Meet SF Baykeeper
our nonprofit partner
🏡 Habitat: San Francisco Bay
🛥️ Fun Fact: I'm the only organization that regularly patrols the San Francisco Bay, by boat and by air, to investigate pollution.
🌎 Hobbies: We love to restore the wetlands, patrol the waters, and even take polluters to court—keeping the Bay clean and safe for fish, birds, and people alike!
"For 36 years we've patrolled the Bay, stood up to polluters, and defended the Bay and local communities from major threats. The Bay faces unprecedented threats from the federal government and corporate polluters. We’re holding them accountable—People and wildlife deserve to thrive. We use science, advocacy, and law to hold polluters accountable and stop destructive activities throughout the Bay and its watershed."
DID YOU KNOW? San Francisco Baykeeper has been taking legal action against the City of San Francisco for releasing millions of gallons of mixed sewage and stormwater into the Bay, especially during heavy rains when the city's combined system becomes overwhelmed. Recent legal developments include the Supreme Court siding with San Francisco in a dispute that could weaken the Clean Water Act, and a joint lawsuit against the city by the EPA, California, and Baykeeper to force system upgrades. Baykeeper also points to outdated infrastructure as a major cause and encourages public action to minimize pollution
