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Paw Paws (Asimina)

Paw Paw are native papayas, and are good food for a huge number of creatures. They are larval host to Zebra Swallowtail Butterflies (ZST).

Brush-footed Butterflies (Nymphalidae), Passionvines, Paw Paws (Asimina), Swallowtails (Papilionidae), Zebra Longwing (Heliconius charithonia), Zebra Swallowtail (Protographium marcellus)

What’s the Difference Between a Zebra Swallowtail and a Zebra Longwing?

The Zebra Swallowtail and the Zebra Longwing are both butterfly species known for their striking black and white striped patterns. While they share some similarities, there are several key differences between them.