Julia Heliconian Chrysalis
Dryas iulia (pupa)
The Julia Heliconian chrysalis is found attached to vegetation near the passionflower vines where the caterpillar fed. It does not eat or travel during this pupal stage, instead undergoing metamorphosis within its protective casing. The pupa is mottled brown and can resemble a small dried leaf or bit of plant debris.
- Type
- Shell
- Conservation status
- NE
Growth chain
- Julia Heliconian Caterpillar
- Julia Heliconian Chrysalis
- Julia Heliconian