Broad-scaled postman (SciiFii)

The broad-scaled postman (Heliconius californianus) is a species of butterfly belonging to the subfamily Heliconiinae of the family Nymphalidae that originally did not exist, but has since been created by SciiFii and introduced throughout the rainforests, swamps, forests, and open woodlands across North America to help boost biodiversity. The broad-scaled postman exhibits bright colors to deter predators, and is also toxic in case its colors don't fool the predatory animals. It also has a unique mating ritual involving the transfer of anti-aphrodisiacs from males to females. Broad-scaled postman caterpillars feed on various species of passionflower and several other would-be toxic plants, evading the plants' defensive trichomes by biting them off or laying silk mats over them. The conservation status of the broad-scaled postman is Least Concern due to successful conservation efforts, the broad-scaled postman's wide range and its tolerance to many of the human activities.
Category:Animals
Category:Species
Category:SciiFii