Common Buckeye | Junonia coenia | Photos © Florida Museum, by Ryan G. Fessenden
Common Buckeye | Junonia coenia | Photos © Florida Museum, by Ryan G. Fessenden
Common Buckeye | Junonia coenia | Photos © Florida Museum, by Ryan G. Fessenden
Common Buckeye | Junonia coenia | Photos © Florida Museum, by Ryan G. Fessenden
  • Common Name: Common Buckeye
  • Scientific Name: Junonia coenia
  • Family: Nymphalidae
  • Subfamily: Nymphalinae
  • Tribe: Junoniini
  • Wingspan: 2.3 to 3.0 in
  • Place of origin: Southeast Canada to Mexico

Butterflies in the exhibit are raised on butterfly farms around the world. This form of sustainable agriculture helps protect natural forest habitats from destruction and promote local economic growth.

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Photos © Florida Museum, by Ryan Fessenden