Snow Peacock
Latin name:
Anartia jatrophae
Native to:
Southern United States to Bolivia and Argentina, including most Caribbean islands
Plant Association:
Larvae feed on bacopa, ruellia, and lippia.
Interesting Fact:
The genus Anartia is closely associated with Junonia and Precis. All three are sun-loving butterflies. The snow peacock is active mainly in the morning and can be easily seen when basking on the ground or on low foliage.