Granada, Spain, May 2019

Granada, Spain, May 2019

Field notes and information

A widespread species in Mediterranean regions but never common.

Identification & Similar species: The underside forewing has a row large spots and the both wings have pale submarginal markings. It is reminiscent of the green underside blue G. alexis but lacks the extensive blue basal colouration.

Distribution & Flight: Much of the Iberian Peninsular and southern France. North Africa. It flies in a single brood in spring, usually in April and May.

Habitat & Behaviour: Hot dry grassy places with flowers.

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