Gulf Fritillary

Gulf Fritillary: NPS/Willis

Quick Facts

Scientific Name: Agraulis vanillae
Distribution/Habitat: Common in the southern United States, Mexico, Central America and South America. Found in open habitats such as grasslands, parks and home gardens.
Average Size: Adult wingspan range: 6.5 to 9.5 cm
Average Life Span: 14-27 days after emerging from chrysalis
Diet: Drinks nectar from plant families such as lantana plants and asters.

Did You Know?

Gulf fritillary's host plant or the plant that the adults lay their eggs and the larvae feed on are passion flower vines.