Julia Heliconian (Dryas iulia)

Family: Brush-footed Butterflies (Nymphalidae)

Subfamily: Longwings (Heliconiinae)

Adult food: Nectar from flowers including lantana and shepherd\’s needle; probably others.

Habitat: Subtropical hammock openings and edges, and nearby fields.

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Published:: November 29, 2007 / 10:23 pm

Category:: Brush-footed Butterflies (Nymphalidae)

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