Based on 27,786 research-grade iNaturalist observations in Florida, Gulf Fritillary is most often recorded in October; in Florida it behaves like a seasonal. It ranks #1 among butterflies recorded in the state in our data.
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Gulf Fritillary in Florida by month
Bars show research-grade observations per month. They mix true seasonality with how often people are outdoors, so treat small numbers with caution.
Also seen in Florida in October
White Peacock
Long-tailed Skipper
Monarch
Common Buckeye
Ocola Skipper
Cloudless Sulphur
Zebra Longwing
Fiery Skipper
Places to look in Florida
Botanical GardenVizcaya Museum and Gardens
Botanical GardenZoo Miami
Botanical GardenBok Tower Gardens
State ParkFort Zachary Taylor Historic State Park
State ParkFort Mose Historic State Park
Botanical GardenButterfly World
FAQ
When does Gulf Fritillary appear in Florida?
Mainly March–November, with the most records in October.
How common is Gulf Fritillary in Florida?
It ranks #1 by number of iNaturalist observations among butterflies in Florida (27,786 records in our sample).