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Hantsmoths
The Lepidoptera (Moths and Butterflies) of Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Ilex Hairstreak
Satyrium ilicis
Checklist Number
B046 [B&F: N/A]
Verification
Record requires retention of specimen until confirmed, and may require dissection. Consult with CMR if unsure
Classification
Family:
Lycaenidae
Subfamily:
Theclinae
Genus:
Satyrium
Species:
ilicis
Authority:
(Esper, 1779)
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Introduction
This species was mentioned in Westwood (1841) based on a specimen taken in Yorkshire, in the collection of a Mr. Meynell. It later turned out that the specimen was purchased from a dealer in London.
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