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Green Hairstreak

Callophrys rubi

Photo by GaryMojo
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Field Notes

Description:

Butterfly with metallic, irridescent green wing backs, can appear to change colour depending on surroundings and viewing angle to wings.

Habitat:

Heathland. Resting on fern.

Notes:

Seen sunning just before midday, and believed to be male as seen "fighting" with another individual in tight spiralling flights.

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PublishedJune 24, 2011

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