Sloe hairstreak - Satyrium acaciae
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Family: Lycaenidae Flight Time: June - July Size: 34-36mm Altitude: 0-2000m |
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Notes: A male is pictured above. The grey spot just below the tail is the best way to identify the Sloe hairstreak. The female has a black tip to her body which is an excellent diagnostic feature as well. Mark Ogden photographed this thirsty specimen in Bulgaria. |
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| Similar Species | Foodplants | Habitat | Distribution |
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Blackthorn - Prunus spinosa | Dry scrub, open woodland. |
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| Early Stages
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