Help with Blue ID

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Deborah
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Help with Blue ID

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I’m thinking this is a male Common Blue - but the underwing photo isn’t great. Seen at the coast on a windy sunny day in Brittany. Thanks for any help!
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Re: Help with Blue ID

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Hi Deborah. He's definitely a male common blue.

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Deborah
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Re: Help with Blue ID

Post by Deborah »

Thanks Guy! I’m rubbish with Blues and although I loved seeing a ‘Common’ Blue (first this year) I’m always hoping for something less common!
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