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Erato Heliconian

Heliconius erato

Description:

Photo take at my backyard this is common to see this time of the year about 8 cm wingspan black wings whit red patches and white . on the abdomen has some red points as well. Forewing black with pink-red band; hindwing black with yellow stripe.

Habitat:

Tropical and subtropical forests and edges. Range: Brazil north through Central America to Mexico; a rare stray to South Texas.


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2 Comments

Gerardo Aizpuru
Gerardo Aizpuru 9 months ago

Postman yes :)

Ashish Nimkar
Ashish Nimkar 10 months ago

Postman...?

Playa del Carmen, Mexico

Lat: 20.85, Long: -86.88

Spotted on Jul 23, 2012
Submitted on Jul 23, 2012

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