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SALTWELLS local nature reserve
local nature reserve
...and surrounding area
All images copyright © M Weaver 2017
Green Hairstreak
Like all hairstreaks, this species is easily overlooked and is particularly difficult to spot due to the green underside of its wings. Territorial males have favourite perches on prominent shrubs, ready to either launch attacks on any intruding males or to chase passing females.
When perched, always with wings closed, they are quite tame and approachable.
Wingspan: 27-34mm
On the wing: Early May to late June
Foodplant: common bird's foot trefoil or gorse and broom
2015 - earliest sighting 11 June
9 June 2013, Saltwells LNR
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