
Jim Higham
©Sue Crookes
Green hairstreak
The green hairstreak is the UK's only green butterfly. Look out for the vibrant, metallic sheen of the undersides of its wings on grassland and moorland, and along woodland rides.
Scientific name
Callophrys rubiWhen to see
April to JuneSpecies information
Category
Statistics
Wingspan: 2.7-3.4cmConservation status
Common.