Sara Longwing

Heliconius sara

A small longwing with deep iridescent blue wings and pale yellow to white forewing bands. It is highly sociable, with adults roosting together on the same branch night after night. Its compact size, vivid sheen and communal roosts are a real draw for visitors.

Family

Nymphalidae

Origin

Mexico to the Amazon Basin

Wingspan

50–65 mm

Flight

Slow and fluttering

Availability

On request