Variegated Fritillary | Euptoieta claudia | Photos © Florida Museum, by Ryan G. Fessenden
Variegated Fritillary | Euptoieta claudia | Photos © Florida Museum, by Ryan G. Fessenden
Variegated Fritillary | Euptoieta claudia | Photos © Florida Museum, by Ryan G. Fessenden
Variegated Fritillary | Euptoieta claudia | Photos © Florida Museum, by Ryan G. Fessenden
  • Common Name: Variegated Fritillary
  • Scientific Name: Euptoieta claudia
  • Family: Nymphalidae
  • Subfamily: Heliconiinae
  • Tribe: Argynnini
  • Wingspan: 1.75 to 3.2 in
  • Place of origin: North, Central, and 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