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Gulf Fritillary Butterfly

Agraulis vanillae

Photo by James McNair
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Description:

The Gulf fritillary is a medium to large butterfly, with a wingspan of 6–9.5 cm (2.4–3.7 in). Its underwings are buff, with large silvery spots.[1] It takes its common name from its migration over the Gulf of Mexico.

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