Peck Butterfly House 2024 | Menelaus Blue Morpho The Blue Morphos are known for their brilliant blue wings and are a symbol of life in the Central and South American rain forests. Instead of pigments like other butterflies, the Blue Morpho’s wing color comes from microscopic wing scales that reflect light.
| Distribution | Mexico to Central & South America |
| Habitat | Forest floor in tropical forests |
| Weight | About 3 grams or .10 oz |
| Predators | Birds |
| Lifespan | Approximately 115 days |
| Diet | Flower nectar and ripe fruits |
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