Silver-studded Leafwing | Hypna clytemnestra | Photos © Florida Museum, by Ryan G. Fessenden
Silver-studded Leafwing | Hypna clytemnestra | Photos © Florida Museum, by Ryan G. Fessenden
Silver-studded Leafwing | Hypna clytemnestra | Photos © Florida Museum, by Ryan G. Fessenden
Silver-studded Leafwing | Hypna clytemnestra | Photos © Florida Museum, by Ryan G. Fessenden
- Common Name: Silver-studded Leafwing
- Scientific Name: Hypna clytemnestra
- Family: Nymphalidae
- Subfamily: Charaxinae
- Tribe: Anaeini
- 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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