Zebra Longwing Butterfly

Description:

Family: Nymphalidae Subfamily: Heliconiinae Wings are black, long and narrow, with thin yellow stripes. Slow moving and graceful butterfly.

Habitat:

Host plant: Passion-vines Habitat: Tropical hammocks, moist forests, edges, fields. Spends little time in full sun.

Notes:

I noticed this female laying eggs on my neighbor's Purple passion-vine and quickly grabbed my camera. I can't miss a chance to take pictures of this beautiful butterfly...especially when it's laying eggs. These butterflies are not skittish and completely oblige me in taking their pictures.