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Chalkhill Blue
Lens: Sigma 105mm f2.8 EX DG Camera: K-5 Photo Location: Local 
Posted By: Ducatigaz, 08-03-2013, 09:16 AM

Here are 3 shots of a Chalkhill Blue butterfly it's just slightly bigger than your thumbnail.






Next is a Ringlet and a Gatekeeper





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08-03-2013, 07:51 PM   #2
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What shots! Gorgeous! Never seen a blue butterfly like that one, it must be rare?

Regards!...great shooting, such fine detail too!
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What shots! Gorgeous! Never seen a blue butterfly like that one, it must be rare?

Regards!...great shooting, such fine detail too!
Thanks Rupert, yes it is quite rare, it's only found in certain areas of the UK.
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Great captures of a truly beautiful butterfly. Wunderful colors and details.

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Nice work! Very crisp.
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