For the identification of insects and other fauna and flora of South Africa.

Monday, July 9, 2012

Sooty Blue (Zizeeria knysna)

Family Lycaenidae
These small butterflies are found throughout SA. The males upperwing is a dull violet-blue whereas the female only has the blue colour near her body.
 They are found the year round and often seen on lawns feeding on weeds which grow amongst it. They are found in all habitats including wetlands and grasslands.