Ok, lots of yall scientists out there probably recognize these neat highly studied butterflies. I, for instance, have been working with people studying them for about 14 years, BUT ONLY FOUND OUT THIS MONTH THEY ONLY HAVE 4 LEGS!
WHY ARENT THE HELICONIUS SCIENTISTS TALKING ABOUT THIS! WHY HIDING!?
Digital Naturalism Laboratories
Heliconius biologists have known about their lengthy lives for decades, often citing a maximum lifespan of around 6 months – but this remarkable longevity has received surprisingly little scientific attention. Distracted by those dazzling wing patterns, no doubt… Photo by @eahodge.bsky.social (2/10)
