GeorgeH wrote:
Gulf fritillary caterpillars enjoy the leaves and even the fruit of the passion flower plant, which grows wild here in the Atlanta GA area. For a few years we had sort of a ranch for the little beauties in our front bed near the mailbox. I have many pictures of "gulfies", from caterpillar to adults, even - gasp - a mating pair, shot from a considerable distance. So far I've had no luck in capturing egg laying, it is extremely fast and random, nor a butterfly emerging from the chrysalis.
This year the butterflies are yet to appear; we have their forage ready.
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Enjoyed your informative comment, george.
I need to plant a passion vine...passion flowers are so unique and beautiful. I haven't seen any in or around my yard or neighborhood but have seen one in a local
Nature area. Hope the butterflies arrive soon.