Procilla Beauty | Panacea procilla | Photos © Florida Museum, by Ryan G. Fessenden
Procilla Beauty | Panacea procilla | Photos © Florida Museum, by Ryan G. Fessenden
Procilla Beauty | Panacea procilla | Photos © Florida Museum, by Ryan G. Fessenden
Procilla Beauty | Panacea procilla | Photos © Florida Museum, by Ryan G. Fessenden
  • Common Name: Procilla Beauty
  • Scientific Name: Panacea procilla
  • Family: Nymphalidae
  • Subfamily: Biblidinae
  • Tribe: Ageroniini
  • Wingspan: 2.5 to 3.5 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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Photos © Florida Museum, by Ryan Fessenden