斑马长翅蝶 Zebra Longwing
Heliconius charithonia · Lepidoptera · 蛱蝶科 · IUCN: LC

The Zebra Longwing (Heliconius charithonia) is a remarkable butterfly distinguished by its elongated black wings with distinctive yellow zebra-like stripes. This species inhabits tropical hammocks, gardens, and forest edges, where it unusual among butterflies for feeding on pollen, extending lifespan. As a member of the Nymphalidae (蛱蝶科), it represents an important component of its ecosystem, contributing to the intricate web of interactions that sustain biodiversity in its native range.
- 体长 Size
- 20-50 mm
- 分布 Distribution
- China
- 生境 Habitat
- Forest
- 活跃季节 Season
- May - Sep
- 保护级别 Conservation
- LC
- 中国特有 Endemic
- 否 No