Plain Tiger | Danaus chrysippus | Photos © Florida Museum, by Ryan G. Fessenden
Plain Tiger | Danaus chrysippus | Photos © Florida Museum, by Ryan G. Fessenden
Plain Tiger | Danaus chrysippus | Photos © Florida Museum, by Ryan G. Fessenden
Plain Tiger | Danaus chrysippus | Photos © Florida Museum, by Ryan G. Fessenden
  • Common Name: Plain Tiger
  • Scientific Name: Danaus chrysippus
  • Family: Nymphalidae
  • Subfamily: Danainae
  • Tribe: Danaini
  • Wingspan: 2.0 to 2.8 in
  • Place of origin: Africa, Middle East, South & Southeast Asia, Australia

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