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Holly Blue Butterfly Date: 12th May 2006
Camera: Nikon D200
I set out with the intension of capturing a Holly Blue feeding on the flowers of the plant that gives it its name and, after many hours of trying, this picture was the result. It's a successful image, although the butterfly's forewing could be a little sharper. All too often physical factors can make photography difficult and, in this case, holly branches prevented me from getting the camera in exactly the right position, but the end result is satisfying, nonetheless.
Unlike many blues, Holly Blue butterflies are wanderers and can turn up in many habitats and locations, including gardens. They are generally common in the southern half of Britain, although the species goes through a regular cycle of abundance that fluctuates over a six or seven year period. |
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