Green hairstreak

Callophrys rubi
Gossamer-winged butterflies (Lycaenidae)

Black-white striped legs and antennae.
Green hairstreakon RikenMon's Nature-Guide

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The upper surface is even dark brown and can only be seen when flying. The under surface is green with a brown band along the edge.  Centrally an intermittent white line, sometimes missing completely. On the rear wings a tiny tail.

Always closes its wings when sitting. Found along forest edges and grass patches and heath.

⇔ wsp. 24-28 mm

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