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Plebejus idas
The Idas Blue or Northern Blue (Plebejus idas) is a butterfly of the Lycaenidae family. It is found in the northerern regions of the Palearctic ecozone and the Nearctic ecozone. Flies from June to August depending on location. Wingspan: 17 to 28 mm. The larvae feed on Calluna and Fabaceae species. Wikipedia
Mating on flowers along Eielson Visitor Center Alpine Trail, Denali National Park and Preserve, Alaska.
Spotted on Jun 29, 2013
Submitted on Oct 4, 2013
4 Comments
Thank you Marta!
Thank you trainrainy!
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Super beautiful shot, Misako! and a very nice moment you got them in :-)