Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1388626

Zebra Heliconian
Heliconius charithonia

Observation date: July 26, 2024
Submitted by: MAKI
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: This is my second sighting of a Zebra Heliconian in the Conejo Valley Botanical Garden; the first sighting was in November 2022. Both times the butterfly was observed near the creek in an oak woodland/riparian habitat.
Status: Unknown
Verified by: Ken Davenport
Verified date: July 31, 2024
Coordinator notes: Well Mary, I am insanely jealous. All my efforts to find a Zebra Heliconian have failed! But on the other hand, I have done well with Zebra Swallowtails this year...but in NW Arkansas-Ken Davenport
Checklist region(s): United States, California, Ventura County