Zebra Longwing Butterfly

The zebra longwing butterfly was designated as Florida's official butterfly in 1996. The butterfly has low, narrow wings that are striped like zebras, as suggested by its name. Their wings have black backgrounds and golden striations. The pattern on the top and bottom of a zebra longwing's wings is identical. However, the color of the wing's underside is significantly paler than its upper surface. South and Central America are home to the amazing butterflies. Zebra longwings have wingspan measurements between 72 and 100 mm.

Only zebra longwing butterflies enjoy eating pollen, though. According to scientists, pollen's nutrients contribute to the zebra longwing butterfly's longer lifespan (approximately six months) than those of other butterfly species. Additionally, they enjoy nectar and leaves. When threatened, zebra longwings emit a creaking sound. These animals stay together in groups at night on tree branches.