Unlike in other Coppers, the male (seen here) of this species is the duller of the two sexes. SW France, August 2008.
by philomel Aug 6, 2008 9:49 AM
Likewise, the reverse of the male's wing is less colourful than that of the female. SW France, August 2008.
by philomel Aug 6, 2008 9:52 AM
This European species is not found in the UK. Woodland/meadow edge on my land in SW France, August 2008.
by philomel Aug 6, 2008 9:57 AM
The top and reverse of this butterfly contrast in colour and tone. SW France, August 2008.
by philomel Aug 6, 2008 9:59 AM
