Small copper butterfly  (Lycaena phlaeus)

Small copper butterflies are widespread and common across the UK, and most of Europe including the larger islands in the Mediterranean. It is also found in North Africa, through Asia to Japan, and also in North America.

This butterfly can be seen in almost any habitat with warm, dry basking places. It has been recorded on heaths, grassland and city parks, along coastal cliffs, dunes and on moorland.