Another pyrgus from the French Alps in early July, I'm afraid.
This one was around 1800m and whilst the underside appears like serratulae, I can't reconcile myself to the upperside for the same:
Pyrgus poser...
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Re: Pyrgus poser...
No - I don't like that for serratulae. I think it's in the alveus, armoricanus, belieri group - and I think I'd plump for alveus.
Might all look different in the morning ...
Guy
Might all look different in the morning ...

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Re: Pyrgus poser...
Thanks, Guy. I'll take another closer look (these comparisons hurt the eyes) bearing in mind your advice.