Gulf fritillary on pink zinnia
Gulf fritillaries look completely different when seen from different viewpoints. Top of the wings are vivid orange with small black and silvery-white markings. Underside of the wings are orange and brown with bold silver-white spots. I find they are easy to photograph compared to other butterfly species. They have a tendency to perch for longer periods and will perch with wings folded or open equally.
Montell, Uvalde County, Texas in October 2020
Gulf fritillary on pink zinnia
Gulf fritillaries look completely different when seen from different viewpoints. Top of the wings are vivid orange with small black and silvery-white markings. Underside of the wings are orange and brown with bold silver-white spots. I find they are easy to photograph compared to other butterfly species. They have a tendency to perch for longer periods and will perch with wings folded or open equally.
Montell, Uvalde County, Texas in October 2020