Great Spangled Fritillary
Speyeria cybele
The adult is a large orange-and-black fritillary of sunny meadows, prairies, woodland openings, and roadsides where flowers are abundant. It feeds on nectar from plants such as milkweeds, thistles, and coneflowers, while males patrol actively in search of mates. Adults fly strongly for butterflies and often show bright silver spots on the underside of the hindwing. Females lay eggs near, rather than directly on, violets so the tiny larvae can find their host plants after hatching.
- Type
- Wing
- Conservation status
- LC
Growth chain
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- Great Spangled Fritillary