Boisduval’s Blue

Invertebrates > Butterflies

AT A GLANCECommon Name: Boisduval’s BlueScientific Name: Plebejus icarioidesCategory: InvertebratesSubcategory: ButterfliesSize: Wingspan 2.8 to 3.5 cm (1.1 to 1.4 in)Weight: 0.1 to 0.3 g#Lifespan: Adults live 1 to 2 weeks; annual life cycleDiet: Larvae feed...

Common Blue

Invertebrates > Insects

OverviewThe Common Blue (Polyommatus icarus) is the most widespread, abundant, and cherished gossamer-winged butterfly (family Lycaenidae) across Europe and temperate Asia. Flitting gracefully over wildflower-rich meadows, chalk downlands, and coastal dunes throughout...