Numata Longwing
Heliconius numata
Species Statistics
Lifespan
4 weeks
In Flight
None
Family
Nymphalidae
Subfamily
Heliconiinae
Geographic Range
South America
Habitat & Behavior
This butterfly can be found in tall forests, usually at about the middlestory.
Fun Facts
Fun Fact
Heliconius butterflies exhibit communal roosting behavior, so they can be seen grouped in large numbers at night.