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  • Common Name: Zebra Swallowtail
  • Scientific Name: Protographium marcellus
  • Family: Papilionidae
  • Subfamily: Papilioninae
  • Tribe: Leptocircini
  • Wingspan: 2.5 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