Dark Blue Tiger | Tirumala septentrionis | Photos © Florida Museum, by Ryan G. Fessenden
Dark Blue Tiger | Tirumala septentrionis | Photos © Florida Museum, by Ryan G. Fessenden
Dark Blue Tiger | Tirumala septentrionis | Photos © Florida Museum, by Ryan G. Fessenden
Dark Blue Tiger | Tirumala septentrionis | Photos © Florida Museum, by Ryan G. Fessenden
- Common Name: Dark Blue Tiger
- Scientific Name: Tirumala septentrionis
- Family: Nymphalidae
- Subfamily: Danainae
- Tribe: Danaini
- Wingspan: 2.8 to 3.5 in
- Place of origin: South & Southeast Asia
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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