Michelle s blue
Introduction: Michelle's Blue (L.
michellae) have unique genitalia, labial palpi, markings and shape of their
wings. They can be observed in grassland near riverine bush as well as flying
through countryside savanna bush.
Distribution: Grootfontein ,
Kombat, Mashari, the banks of the Kavango River and other northern Namibian
locations.
Breeding/Larval food: Not
confirmed.
Colouration: Beautiful pale
silvery blue to pale green upperside. Females have a variable pale greenish-blue
ground colour.
On the wing: During the
summer months from October to April.
Wingspan: Male: Female:
Approx 30mm.
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