Male Silver Studded Blue (Plebeius argus)
'This small butterfly is found mainly in heathland where the silvery-blue wings of the males provide a marvellous sight as they fly low over the heather. The females are brown and far less conspicuous but, like the male, have distinct metallic spots on the hindwing. In late afternoon the adults often congregate to roost on sheltered bushes or grass tussocks.'
Marvellous indeed, and it was a pleasure to find them so close to home in the New Forest whilst out hunting for dragonflies.
Happy Blue Monday everyone!
Taken with Sigma 105mm F2.8 EX DG macro
Manual focus. Hand held.
Explored: Highest position: 5 on Tuesday, June 16, 2009. Thanks to everyone who have taken the time to comment!
Male Silver Studded Blue (Plebeius argus)
'This small butterfly is found mainly in heathland where the silvery-blue wings of the males provide a marvellous sight as they fly low over the heather. The females are brown and far less conspicuous but, like the male, have distinct metallic spots on the hindwing. In late afternoon the adults often congregate to roost on sheltered bushes or grass tussocks.'
Marvellous indeed, and it was a pleasure to find them so close to home in the New Forest whilst out hunting for dragonflies.
Happy Blue Monday everyone!
Taken with Sigma 105mm F2.8 EX DG macro
Manual focus. Hand held.
Explored: Highest position: 5 on Tuesday, June 16, 2009. Thanks to everyone who have taken the time to comment!