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Hecales Longwing Butterfly courtship. Pungent odour given off from gland at tip of abdomen if disturbed. Larvae feed on Passifloraceae. Occurs in Central and South America from sea level to 1700m. The most widespread heliconian in Costa Rica
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Hecales Longwing Butterfly courtship. Pungent odour given off from gland at tip of abdomen if disturbed. Larvae feed on Passifloraceae. Occurs in Central and South America from sea level to 1700m. The most widespread heliconian in Costa Rica
ASW-4418
Hecales Longwing Butterfly courtship
Occurs in Central and South America from sea level to 1700m
Heliconius hecale
Pungent odour given off from gland at tip of abdomen if disturbed
Alan J. S. Weaving
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Love is in the air, and so is a pungent odor! Meet ASW-4418, the Hecales Longwing Butterfly couple who knows how to court with style. With their vibrant warning colors and chemical defense tactics, these lovebirds are not to be messed with! From Central to South America, this dynamic duo can be found fluttering through rainforests and forests alike. Their favorite hangout spot? Passifloraceae plants - a buffet fit for royalty. But what sets them apart from other butterflies? Well, besides their striking appearance, they have a secret weapon hidden at the tip of their abdomen. If disturbed during courtship or any other time really, they release a pungent odor that will make you think twice about bothering them again! Alan Weaving managed to capture this incredible moment on camera - two longwings locked in an enchanting dance of love. It's like watching a romantic movie unfold right before your eyes. So next time you're strolling through the wilds of Central or South America, keep an eye out for ASW-4418 and its unmistakable beauty. Just remember not to disturb them unless you want a whiff of their unique perfume!
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