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Tiger Longwing

Heliconius hecale zuleika

Photo by pamsai
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Field Notes

Description:

This butterfly was collecting pollen as Heliconius females feed on pollen as well as nectar. They have a very delicate fluttering flight as they go from flower to flower.

Habitat:

feeding along the edge of tropical rainforest

Notes:

Tiger Longwing is also called Hecale Longwing, Golden Longwing, or Golden Heliconian.

Reference Links:

Heliconius hecale, Butterflies of North America - Heliconius hecale

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PublishedMay 29, 2015

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