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Small Heath (butterfly)
Coenonympha pamphilus
50.9407, 6.95991
Field Notes
Description:
The Small Heath is a small, inconspicuous butterfly
Adults are on the wing throughout the summer in two or three broods and fly only in sunny conditions, settling close to the ground.
Habitat:
This species can be found in many different habitats, especially those that are more open, such as grassland, heathland, railway embankments, disused quarries, meadows and sand dunes.
Species ID Suggestions
Spotted for Missions
Photographed
PublishedNovember 6, 2011
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