The Gulf Fritillary is one of the more colorfully marked butterfly species that, in the opinion of many naturalists, is one of the most beautiful butterflies in the southwest.

One of the most eye-catching butterflies flitting about East Texas gardens during summer and fall is the Gulf fritillary.

The best way to identify an adult Gulf fritillary butterfly is to look for bright orange wings that stretch between 2 1/2 to 3 3/4 inches. From above, there are black markings on the upper side ...

Fall is the season of Gulf Fritillaries in the Lowcountry. These medium-sized orange butterflies are often confused with Monarchs ( Danaus plexippus), but it’s fairly easy to tell the difference.

Gulf Fritillary butterflies are a sure sign of fall in the Lowcountry By Vicky McMillan Special to The Island Packet and Beaufort Gazette. Updated October 05, 2022 2:25 PM. Vicky ...

Gulf Fritillary butterflies are a sure sign of fall in the Lowcountry By Vicky McMillan Special to The Island Packet and Beaufort Gazette. Updated October 05, 2022 2:25 PM. Vicky ...

Gulf Fritillary butterflies are a sure sign of fall in the Lowcountry By Vicky McMillan Special to The Island Packet and Beaufort Gazette. Updated October 05, 2022 3:25 PM. Vicky ...

Gulf Fritillary butterflies are a sure sign of fall in the Lowcountry By Vicky McMillan Special to The Island Packet and Beaufort Gazette. Updated October 05, 2022 3:25 PM. ORDER ...

Gulf Fritillary butterflies are a sure sign of fall in the Lowcountry By Vicky McMillan Special to The Island Packet and Beaufort Gazette. Updated October 5, 2022 3:25 PM.

Gulf Fritillary butterflies are a sure sign of fall in the Lowcountry By Vicky McMillan Special to The Island Packet and Beaufort Gazette. Updated October 5, 2022 3:25 PM.