Osiris smokey blue
Introduction: Male Osiris Smokey Blues (E.
osiris) can be observed at midday on the tops of koppies. Both sexes flutter
near the ground, sucking at damp patches close to streams.
Distribution: Northern
Namibia.
Breeding/Larval food: Various bean
leaves of the Fabaceae family.
Colouration: Distinctive
double black spots with bright orange lunules near the edges of the
hindwings.
On the wing: Most months of
the year especially spring and autumn broods.
Wingspan: Approx 30mm.
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