Where Do Gulf Fritillary Live?

Gulf fritillary butterflies live in the extreme southern United States. Outside of the U.S., they are a broad-ranging species, found throughout Mexico, Central America, the Caribbean and into South America.

Where is the gulf fritillary found?

The Gulf fritillary occurs throughout the southern United States southward through Mexico, Central America and the West Indies to South America. In Florida, it can be found in all 67 counties. The butterfly undergoes distinct seasonal movements each year.

How do you attract Gulf fritillary?

Generally, I recommend using native plants, especially when feeding native butterflies. Native salvias, bee balm, Tithonia, asters, and others are great, but the fritillaries also love to feed on lantana, zinnias, and other plants. See a list of flowering plants that provide nectar and host plants for butterflies.