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Hecale Longwing

Heliconius hecale zuleika

Photo by pamsai
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Field Notes

Description:

The Tiger Longwing, Hecale Longwing, Golden Longwing, or Golden Heliconian (Heliconius hecale) is a Heliconiid butterfly that occurs from Mexico to the Peruvian Amazon.

Habitat:

Seen in an enclosure in Mawamba Lodge.

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Heliconius hecale

Species ID Suggestions

Hecale Longwing

Heliconius hecale zuleika

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PublishedNovember 24, 2013

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