Red spotted Purple | Limenitis arthemis Astyanax | Photos © Florida Museum, by Ryan G. Fessenden
Red spotted Purple | Limenitis arthemis Astyanax | Photos © Florida Museum, by Ryan G. Fessenden
Red spotted Purple | Limenitis arthemis Astyanax | Photos © Florida Museum, by Ryan G. Fessenden
Red spotted Purple | Limenitis arthemis Astyanax | Photos © Florida Museum, by Ryan G. Fessenden
  • Common Name: Red spotted Purple
  • Scientific Name: Limenitis arthemis astyanax
  • Family: Nymphalidae
  • Subfamily: Limenitidinae
  • Tribe: Limenitidini
  • Wingspan: 2.3 to 4.0 in.
  • Place of origin: Eastern United States

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