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Species

Species:

Family:

Size

Large

Host Plants

• Red Bay
• Swamp Bay

Where Found

Habitat

• Wetlands, swamps, moist woodlands
• Gardens, parks, neighborhoods

This species has been reported in these Florida counties:

Throughout Florida

Flight Period

• February
• March
• April
• May
• June
• July
• August
• September
• October

Description

A large black-and-yellow butterfly of moist forests and wooded swamps. Adults regularly visit nearby gardens and parks for nectar. Fond of bright-colored blossoms. | Photos by Jaret Daniels