Chalkhill Blue Collection

Mating pair of chalkhill blue butterflies (Lysandra coridon) with wings closed resting on Devils-bit scabious (Succisa pratensis), Hatch Hill, Somerset, UK. August

Chalkhill Blue -Polyommatus coridon- male on Orchis, Trenchtling, Hochschwab, Styria, Austria, Europe

Silver-green blue (Lysandra coridon) Underside Other animals, Insects, Butterflies, Animals, Bad Neustadt an der Saale
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Silver-green blue (Lysandra coridon) Other animals, Insects, Butterflies, Animals, Bad Neustadt an der Saale
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Chalkhill blue butterfly (Polyommatus coridon) Hatch Hill, Somerset, UK. August

Male Chalkhill blue (Lysandra coridon) feeding on Wild marjoram flowers (Origanum vulgare) in a chalk grassland meadow, Wiltshire, UK, August

Female chalkhill blue butterfly (Lysandra coridon) with wings closed resting on Devils-bit scabious (Succisa pratensis), Hatch Hill, Somerset, UK. August 2016

Chalkhill blue adult (Lysandra coridon) silhouetted at dusk against red sky, Cambridgeshire, England, UK, August

RF - Chalkhill blue butterfly (Lysandra coridon) male resting on Small scabious (Scabiosa columbaria). Somerset, England, UK. July 2019

Male chalkhill blue butterfly (Lysandra coridon) with wings closed resting on Devils-bit scabious (Succisa pratensis), Hatch Hill, Somerset, UK. August 2016

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A Chalkhill Blue butterfly at St Catherines Hill in Hampshire

Chalkhill Blue butterflies -Lysandra coridon-, copula, left female, right male, Neresheim, Baden-Wuerttemberg, Germany, Europe

Chalkhill blue butterfly C016 / 2245
Chalkhill blue (Polyommatus coridon) butterfly. This butterfly is found in the Palaearctic ecozone. Specimen obtained from the University of Valencia, Spain

Lysandra coridon, chalk-hill blue
From Illustrations of British Butterflies: with occasional figures of the larva, pupa, and food-plant (1878) by Theo Johnson

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The Chalkhill Blue, scientifically known as Polyommatus coridon, is a stunning butterfly species found in various parts of Europe. One captivating sight is a male Chalkhill Blue perched delicately on an Orchis flower in Trenchtling, Hochschwab, Styria, Austria. Its vibrant blue wings create a striking contrast against the delicate petals. In Hatch Hill, Somerset, UK during August, another breathtaking scene unfolds as a pair of mating Chalkhill Blue butterflies rest with their wings closed. Their intricate patterns and muted tones blend harmoniously with their surroundings. Observing nature's harmony further reveals the male Chalkhill Blue feeding on Wild marjoram flowers (Origanum). The vivid blue hue of its wings stands out beautifully against the purple blooms. As dusk descends upon Cambridgeshire, England, an adult Chalkhill Blue silhouette emerges against a mesmerizing red sky. This enchanting moment showcases the butterfly's graceful flight and adds to its allure. A photograph captured in Somerset shows a male Chalkhill Blue resting on Small scabious (Scabiosa columbaria), showcasing its intricate wing patterns up close. This image can be licensed either as rights managed or royalty-free due to its artistic value. Equally captivating is the sight of both female and male Chalkhill Blues resting peacefully on Devils-bit scabious plants. Their closed wings reveal subtle shades of gray and brown that complement their environment perfectly. Germany also boasts sightings of these beautiful creatures; Neresheim in Baden-Wuerttemberg offers glimpses into their copulation ritual. A left female and right male form an elegant duo amidst lush greenery—a testament to nature's wonders. Lastly, we encounter another remarkable photograph featuring Lysandra coridon—the chalk-hill blue—in C016 / 2245 series. Its delicate features are highlighted against soft lighting conditions—truly capturing the essence of this captivating species.