Holly Blue caterpillars feeding on Holly, being supervised by Lasius niger ants. As with some other Lycaenid butterflies, the caterpillars produce a sugary reward to keep the ants around, and provide an incentive for them to protect it.
Max Anderson
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PhD 🦋 Ecologist with a particular interest in butterflies and their early life stages. Currently traveling the world.
