Eleuchia Longwing | Heliconius Eleuchia | Photos © Florida Museum, by Ryan G. Fessenden
Eleuchia Longwing | Heliconius Eleuchia | Photos © Florida Museum, by Ryan G. Fessenden
Eleuchia Longwing | Heliconius Eleuchia | Photos © Florida Museum, by Ryan G. Fessenden
Eleuchia Longwing | Heliconius Eleuchia | Photos © Florida Museum, by Ryan G. Fessenden
- Common Name: Eleuchia Longwing
- Scientific Name: Heliconius eleuchia
- Family: Nymphalidae
- Subfamily: Heliconiinae
- Tribe: Heliconiini
- Wingspan: 2.75 to 3.25 in
- Place of origin: Central & South America
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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