Sleepy Orange | Abaeis nicippe | Photos © Florida Museum, by Ryan G. Fessenden
Sleepy Orange | Abaeis nicippe | Photos © Florida Museum, by Ryan G. Fessenden
Sleepy Orange | Abaeis nicippe | Photos © Florida Museum, by Ryan G. Fessenden
Sleepy Orange | Abaeis nicippe | Photos © Florida Museum, by Ryan G. Fessenden
- Common Name: Sleepy Orange
- Scientific Name: Abaeis nicippe
- Family: Peiridae
- Subfamily: Coliadinae
- Wingspan: 1.4 to 2.25 in
- Place of origin: North & Central 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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