White Peacock | Anartia jatrophae | Photos © Florida Museum, by Ryan G. Fessenden
White Peacock | Anartia jatrophae | Photos © Florida Museum, by Ryan G. Fessenden
White Peacock | Anartia jatrophae | Photos © Florida Museum, by Ryan G. Fessenden
White Peacock | Anartia jatrophae | Photos © Florida Museum, by Ryan G. Fessenden
- Common Name: White Peacock
- Scientific Name: Anartia jatrophae
- Family: Nymphalidae
- Subfamily: Nymphalinae
- Tribe: Victorinini
- Wingspan: 2.0 to 2.75 in
- Place of origin: Florida and Texas, Central America, 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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