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Zizina otis
The Zizina otis, the common grass blue butterfly, has a white spot on the club of its antennae, which is a defining characteristic of the species.
Tens of these tiny butterflies enjoying the equally tiny flowers of native Myoporum parvifolium.
Wingspan around 20 mm.
"Zizina otis", the lesser grass blue, is a species of blue butterfly found in south and southeast Asia. The species was first described by Johan Christian Fabricius in 1787. The lesser grass blue is often misidentified as "Zizina labradus", the common grass blue.
Similar species: Moths And Butterflies
By Ruth Spigelman
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Uploaded Nov 28, 2025. Captured Nov 27, 2025 09:03 in 67 Rowan Cres, Merewether NSW 2291, Australia.
