Description
Collection of Baronia brevicornis and Hypermnestra helios butterflies, showcasing species from the Baroniinae and Parnassinae subfamilies of the Papilionidae family. The Baronia brevicornis specimens, displayed at the top, are collected from various regions of Mexico, primarily in the Sierra Madre del Sur. These butterflies exhibit cream and brown wing patterns, with several subspecies and forms such as rufodiscalis, luteocincta, and puella, highlighting subtle variations in coloration and markings. This species, endemic to Mexico, holds a unique place in butterfly taxonomy.
Below the Baronia, the Hypermnestra helios butterflies, a species from Central Asia, are arranged. These specimens display lighter wings with brown markings and come from regions like Turkmenistan, Tajikistan, and Afghanistan. Various forms and subspecies of Hypermnestra helios are included, showing differences in wing patterns based on geographic location. Together, this display offers a detailed view of the diversity and geographical range of these two fascinating butterfly species.
