More Hairstreaks!!

Today was the Butterfly count at Pinery. It was very disappointing as there were hardly any butterflies. There were not any highlights with my party. We saw more dragonflies I think. A Calico Pennant was the nicest one.

Along the river were Dot-tailed Whiteface dragonflies. The photo shows one in a typical location.

On the way home I stopped at my special butterfly place and had more fun there! I spotted a Coral Hairstreak right away. A very fresh one and the first of the year. It is my favourite hairstreak (or was!).

I also spotted the first Hickory Hairstreaks. No surprise as there are hickory trees there. Bet on Striped Hairstreak being next!

I photographed a Banded and a Southern Hairstreak on the same flower.

I Peck's Skipper was a nice find as well.

I will be back tomorrow!