Butterfly on bougainvillea flower
Gulf fritillary butterfly also called passion butterfly has a bright orange color. It is most commonly found in the southern areas of the United States, specifically in many regions of Florida and Texas. Gulf fritillaries have a chemical defense mechanism in which they release odorous chemicals in response to predator sightings. As a result, common predators learn to avoid this species.
Butterfly on bougainvillea flower
Gulf fritillary butterfly also called passion butterfly has a bright orange color. It is most commonly found in the southern areas of the United States, specifically in many regions of Florida and Texas. Gulf fritillaries have a chemical defense mechanism in which they release odorous chemicals in response to predator sightings. As a result, common predators learn to avoid this species.