
Kamehameha Butterfly
Unleash your curiosity with Hawaii's vibrant winged wonder!

The Basics
Scientific Name
Vanessa tameamea
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Location
Hawaii
Average size
2.5 to 3 inches wingspan
diet
Nectar from flowers, leaves of māmaki plants
lifespan
2 to 3 weeks
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Overview
The Kamehameha Butterfly is a colorful and beautiful creature, also known as Vanessa tameamea. These striking insects fly gracefully across North America and bring smiles wherever they flutter.
With an average wingspan of 2.5 to 3 inches, the Kamehameha Butterfly showcases stunning yellow and orange patterns that brighten gardens and meadows. Its eye-catching colors warn predators that it is not a tasty snack!
Kamehameha Butterflies enjoy a delightful diet of nectar from flowers and the leaves of māmaki plants. This tasty treat gives them plenty of energy to dance through the air and search for a mate.
These butterflies have a short lifespan, living about 2 to 3 weeks. In that time, they spread joy, pollinate flowers, and continue their fascinating life cycle.
As members of the insect family Nymphalidae, the Kamehameha Butterfly shares its home with many other butterflies. Each species has its own unique features, but all are essential for the health of the ecosystem.
Next time you find a butterfly fluttering by, think of the Kamehameha Butterfly and its vibrant adventures. Butterflies may look delicate, but they play an important role in nature, spreading beauty and life wherever they go!
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