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Crete, Greece, June 2018
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Crete, Greece, June 2018
Field notes and information
Endemic to Crete where it is found on just two mountain massifs. As for many island endemics it is quite common where found.
Identification & Similar species: The butterfly is rather dull and bland. There are no similar species.
Distribution & Flight: Only from Crete at altitudes of 1400m and above. It flies in June.
Habitat & Behaviour: Dry slopes and gulleys in high mountains. The habitat is exposed and seems very harsh. It is extremely rocky with almost no vegetation over much of the mountain.
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Crete, Greece, June 2018
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Crete, Greece, June 2018
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Crete, Greece, June 2018
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Crete, Greece, June 2018
Five individuals taking salts from a cow pat.
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Crete, Greece, June 2018
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Crete, Greece, June 2018
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Crete, Greece, June 2018
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Crete, Greece, June 2004
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Crete, Greece, June 2018
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Crete, Greece, June 2018
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Crete, Greece, June 2018
Larval food plant, Astragalus is abundant at high levels.