Malay Lacewing | Cethosia hypsea | Photos © Florida Museum, by Ryan G. Fessenden
Malay Lacewing | Cethosia hypsea | Photos © Florida Museum, by Ryan G. Fessenden
Malay Lacewing | Cethosia hypsea | Photos © Florida Museum, by Ryan G. Fessenden
Malay Lacewing | Cethosia hypsea | Photos © Florida Museum, by Ryan G. Fessenden
- Common Name: Malay Lacewing
- Scientific Name: Cethosia hypsea
- Family: Nymphalidae
- Subfamily: Heliconiinae
- Tribe: Acraeini
- Wingspan: 2.6 to 3.3 in
- Place of origin: 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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