12-16-2006. Falcon Heights, TX. ©Berry Nall or as stated
The Gulf Fritillary is a beautiful, bright, strong-flying  butterfly that can be found year-round in Starr county. Its caterpillars are easily raised on various Passionflower vines.

Caterpillar Variations

Life History of Gulf Fritillary

 
Host plants recorded
in Starr County, TX:
  • Birdwing passionflower, Passiflora tenuiloba
  • Corky-stem passionflower, Passiflora suberosa
  • Cotton-leaf passionflower, Passiflora foetida var. gossypiifolia
  • Cultivated passion flower, Passiflora x atropurpurea
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