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Arhopala japonica

Photo by HarumKoh
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Field Notes

Description:

one of the most early season (march) butterfly I found in this year.
shoulder to the wing-tip: 18-21mm.
japanese name: ムラサキシジミ.

Habitat:

mountain.
food plant: Quercus glauca(アラカシ), Quercus serrata(コナラ).

Notes:

added two photos.
1st photo: 2012.11.4 eos kiss x5.
2nd photo: 2013.3.9 fz200.
3rd photo: 2012.10.21 eos kiss x5.

Reference Links:

Arhopala japonica - Overview, Arhopala japonica, ムラサキシジミ

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PublishedJuly 15, 2013

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