Female Leopard Lacewing | Cethosia cyane | Photos © Florida Museum, by Ryan G. Fessenden
Female Leopard Lacewing | Cethosia cyane | Photos © Florida Museum, by Ryan G. Fessenden
Male Leopard Lacewing | Cethosia cyane | Photos © Florida Museum, by Ryan G. Fessenden
Male Leopard Lacewing | Cethosia cyane | Photos © Florida Museum, by Ryan G. Fessenden
  • Common Name: Leopard Lacewing
  • Scientific Name: Cethosia cyane 
  • Family: Nymphalidae
  • Subfamily: Heliconiinae
  • Tribe: Acraeini
  • Wingspan: 2.6 to 3.3 in
  • Place of origin: South 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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Photos © Florida Museum, by Ryan Fessenden