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Variegated Fritillary
Small orange and yellow butterfly flitting among the wildflowers of the Flint Hills. About the size of a 50 cent piece (Roughly 1-2 inches).
Rocky terrain along with native prairie grass and wild flowers. Summer temperature around 85 F.
Variegated Fritillary - Euptoieta claudia?
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Yes, Variegated Fritillary. The black-bordered light spot near the leading edge of the forewing distinguishes this from other fritillaries.