Julia Longwing
Dryas iulia
Species Statistics
Lifespan
5–6 weeks
In Flight
24
Family
Nymphalidae
Subfamily
Heliconiinae
Geographic Range
North AmericaCentral/South America
Habitat & Behavior
Julia Longwing can be found in and around subtropical hammocks as well as nearby fields. They are also found in urban areas visiting gardens.
Fun Facts
Fun Fact
Julia Longwing are believed to participate in a behavior known as "trap-lining" which is where a butterfly hunts for its nectar sources on a set route everyday.