Dusky Blue Hairstreak?

[Bill Cornelius]

Mikie:
I've had the same problem photographing blues, they seldom show their upper
wing surface when resting. I'd bet he was after moisture in the leaves though,
they usually lay eggs on flowers.
Bill

Mikie wrote:

> Hi again resident lepsters!
>
> This past weekend I observed this little butterfly flitting about the leaf
> litter in my yard. When it was flying it displayed a beautiful blue w/
> iridescence. I was never able to capture a picture of the top-side of its
> wings. I watched this little butterfly sit on a leaf and rub its hind legs
> together, back and forth for a period of about 30 seconds or so, then it
> would climb down into the leaves, or under the top layer of leaves, I am
> guessing to deposit eggs.
>
> I took as many pictures of it as I could as it seems the more pics you have,
> the better chance of an ID. Once again I am in the SE of Texas, z8, just NE
> of Houston.
>
> And by the way, I enjoyed seeing the pic of the Ruby-spotted Swallowtail in
> the other thread.
>
> I have seen more Monarchs and Red Admirals flitting through lately in regard
> to seasonal activity.
>
> (again) Thanks in advance for all your ID help,
> Mikie


 
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