Zebra Longwing | Heliconius charithonia | Photos © Florida Museum, by Ryan G. Fessenden
Zebra Longwing | Heliconius charithonia | Photos © Florida Museum, by Ryan G. Fessenden
Zebra Longwing | Heliconius charithonia | Photos © Florida Museum, by Ryan G. Fessenden
Zebra Longwing | Heliconius charithonia | Photos © Florida Museum, by Ryan G. Fessenden
- Common Name: Zebra Longwing
- Scientific Name: Heliconius charithonia
- Family: Nymphalidae
- Subfamily: Heliconiinae
- Tribe: Heliconiini
- Wingspan: 3.1 to 3.7 in.
- Place of origin: Florida, 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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