Common name: Dido Longwing
Latin name: Philaethria dido
Origin: Central and South America, including Mexico, Brazil, and the Amazon rainforest
Lifespan: About 3–4 weeks as an adult butterfly
Fun Fact: This butterfly is famous for its bright green and black patterned wings, which are highly reflective in sunlight. Its striking colors serve as a warning to predators that it is toxic if eaten, thanks to toxins accumulated from its host plants.
Common name: Dido Longwing
Latin name: Philaethria dido
Origin: Central and South America, including Mexico, Brazil, and the Amazon rainforest
Lifespan: About 3–4 weeks as an adult butterfly
Fun Fact: This butterfly is famous for its bright green and black patterned wings, which are highly reflective in sunlight. Its striking colors serve as a warning to predators that it is toxic if eaten, thanks to toxins accumulated from its host plants.
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