Holly Blue (Celastrina argiolus, (Linnaeus, 1758))

General InformationOverwinters as Overwinters as a pupa.

Wingspan: 26-36mm
Foodplant(s): Holly (berries and terminal leaves - spring generation) (Ilex aquifolium), Ivy (flowers and buds - summer generation) (Hedera helix)
Flying: Two generations, early April-mid June and mid-July-early September
UK Presence: Resident
National status: Common

Habitat

Hedgerows, field margins, woodland rides, gardens and suburban areas.

Regional Information

Recorded in 206 (76.3%) of the 270 2km squares of Huntingdonshire.

Last recorded in April 2020

Recorded date range (Adult): 24 March to 19 October

Recorded date range (Larva/Leafmine): 14 May to 12 September

Similar Species

Sullington, West Sussex, Aug 2006.

Common Blue Polyommatus icarus

1580 (ABH61.012) Holly Blue Celastrina argiolus, (Linnaeus, 1758)

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