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Hi Folks,
Today, 16 September, South of France, west Var, 400 m altitude.
43.356909, 5.745434
Have a look at this photo and please tell me who is courting who ?
I need a 2nd opinion. Have a bash even if you are not familiar.
Thanks,
Chris

Hi Chris. I would say fagi female is rejecting fagi male.

Do I win £5?

Guy

Thanks Guy,
I had a horrible feeling it was H. fagi chasing after B. circe.
Yes, you win a pint or 2 and a packet of crisps next time I see you.
Chris

Definitely not circe, Chris. The white band on the upf is much more 'segmented' in this species, whereas this is more like a continuous line.

That said, I wouldn't know whether it was fagi or alcyone, so I'm glad Guy came along to pronounce on that one!!