Aphrodite Fritillary (Speyeria aphrodite)

Elk Grove, IL
2012-06-14

The Aphrodite Fritillary, a member of the Brush-footed butterfly family (Nymphalidae), is predominantly orange. Its hind wings feature white spots on the underside, while the forewings display black bands and spots on the underside. The upperside of the wings is adorned with black bands and spots, with the base of the wings being a darker shade of orange.

This particular individual was observed feeding on the delicate blooms of milkweed flowers.

Elk Grove, IL
2012-06-26

The upperside of the Aphrodite Fritillary's wings is predominantly orange, adorned with distinctive black patches. The black markings on the basal parts of the wings appear blurred.