Holly blue is common in Denmark. Wing span: 24-31 mm. From late April to mid-June. In forests, gardens, wetlands, heathlands, along fences, and other places where the host plants occur.
Status in this countryCommon in DenmarkLC (Least concern)
Flight period
Late April to mid-June. Partial second generation, beginning in July to early September.
Habitat
In forests, gardens, wetlands, heathlands, along fences and other places where the host plants occur. The animals often roam widely and can be seen far outside their regular breeding habitat.
Identifying features
Wingspan: 24-31 mm. 2.
Similar species
The species can be confused with many other blue butterflies if one only observes it in flight. However, its high-altitude flight is often characteristic.
Distribution
Widespread but local throughout most of the country. Has been common in many areas for several years.
Biology
The species' larva feeds on many different plants. It is likely the blue butterfly that uses the most host plants in Denmark.
