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Heliconius erato chestertonii Dapa, Valle Del Cauca<br />
2100m<br />
 Heliconius erato,Red postman Click/tap to enlarge Promoted

Heliconius erato chestertonii

Dapa, Valle Del Cauca
2100m

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The red postman is one of about 40 Neotropical species of butterfly belonging to the genus "Heliconius". It is also commonly known as the small postman, the red passion flower butterfly, or the crimson-patched longwing.

Similar species: Moths And Butterflies
Species identified by Christine Young
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By Peter Dexter Hoell

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Uploaded Oct 9, 2022. Captured Oct 9, 2022 11:15.
  • ILCE-6000
  • f/18.0
  • 1/200s
  • ISO1250
  • 50mm