Blues & Coppers (Lycaenidae)

A record of the species found in Lancing and the surrounding downland.

Lysandra bellargus

Adonis Blue

Note: A rare and sensitive chalk-grassland specialist.

Lysandra coridon

Chalkhill Blue (Male)

Foodplant: Horseshoe Vetch.

Polyommatus icarus

Common Blue

Recorded at New Monks Farm.

Celastrina argiolus

Holly Blue

Often seen in garden habitats; dual-brooded.