Gulf Fritillary Butterfly

Description:

This is a striking orange butterfly. The underwings have large silver spots. The Gulf Fritillary is commonly seen in parks and gardens, as well as in open country.

Habitat:

The garden is about half an acre of native plants specifically planted for wildlife. The main water source is a pond that is filtered by two gravel streams. It is on a peninsula by Lake Lewisville.

Notes:

This butterfly is one of many in the garden. They nectar on the Salvias, Verbenas, and Asteracea.