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Photographer: deadmanswill
Insect Scout: deadmanswill
Location: Miryalaguda, AP, India
Species Identifier(s): Wallby1 (http://davesgarden.com/community/forums/t/901966/)
Points to appreciate:
- The butterfly in the image is male.
- There are two kinds of Lime Blue butterflies: Wet Season Brood and Dry Season Brood.
- Observe the mouthparts of the insect. See how it is crafted for sucking nectar. (Click on the images to see larger sizes).
- All butterfly wings are coated with minute scales that make up the unique design of the wings on each species.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chilades_laius
- The Lime Blue (Chilades laius) is a small butterfly found in India that belongs to the Lycaenids or Blues family.
- Male has a bluish-purple upperside.
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