Ilex Hairstreak - Satyrium ilicis

Spotted on Thasos island, Greece

comments (4)

Vodkaman

Lion

Super shot. Hairstreaks don't stay still long. They usually turn around to show you their tails.

Dave Posted 9 years ago
1. Jivko Nakev
  
  Lion
  
  Thanks, Dave. I would like to capture it with spread wings, but they always stay with wings closed! Posted 9 years ago
2. 1. Vodkaman
    
    Lion
    
    Yes, that is the toughest shot of all. I learned that one from experience.
    
    A trick that I have learned for butterflies in general, is to lightly blow on the butterfly from above. Be ready with your camera for the shot, the opportunity will likely be brief. Of course, you may lose the butterfly for good, but it is a trick worth trying once you have collected the rest of your shots. Practice the technique when the opportunity presents.
    
    Dave Posted 9 years ago
  2. 1. Jivko Nakev
      
      Lion
      
      He, good idea, Dave. I shall try it. Posted 9 years ago

The Ilex hairstreak

Satyrium ilicis (common name Ilex Hairstreak) is a butterfly of the family Lycaenidae.
- Wingspan: 16 to 18 mm
- Time of flight: June and July
- Habitat: woods up to 1,500 m in elevation
- Host plants: oaks, elms
- Location: Europe, Asia Minor, Lebanon

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Similar species: Moths And Butterflies

Species identified by Jivko Nakev