The Zebra Longwing is one of the most graceful butterflies in flight. They appear to float in the air effortlessly as if the laws of gravity did not apply to them. The black wings are sharply contrasted by the yellow stripes, which undoubtedly earned them the name, Zebra Longwing. Due to USDA restrictions, we are only allowed to ship these beauties to the following States; Alabama, Florida, Georgia & South Carolina.

All Live Butterflies must be shipped Next Day Air in order to guarantee they Arrive Alive!

Zebra Longwing Butterfly Facts

The Zebra Longwing (Heliconius charithonia) ranges over parts of North, Central and South America, as well as the West Indies. In North America the butterfly is found in the southern parts of the United States including Florida, Georgia, North and South Carolina. In South and Central America, it has been recorded in Mexico, Costa Rica, Panama, Colombia, Ecuador and Venezuela.

The caterpillar feeds on Passiflora lutea, (yellow passionflower), Passiflora suberosa (corky stemmed passionvine), and Passiflora biflora (two-flower). The adults are unusual among butterflies in that they eat pollen as well as sipping nectar. This ability contributes to their longevity -- 3 months as an adult. Because of their relatively long lifespan and their activity throughout the day, this is a popular species with butterfly houses. Another unusual feature is that adults roost in groups of up to 70, and return to the same roost each evening.

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