The zinnias are still quite the hot spot (literally, since it’s been in the mid 90’s everyday!), but there is at least one butterfly that has been loving the lantana lately – the Gulf Fritillary.
I think these vibrant butterflies are so exotic with their intricate markings.
They add a burst of beauty to the hot summer months!
Backyard Bird Nerd 
….what a delight
Even the name is beautiful!
Sounds exotic.
So pretty. I don’t think I’ve ever seen one.
Now I’m hoping that maybe a Zebra Longwing will show up. That would make summer complete. 😊
So pretty! It looks like they have a cat’s eye on their wing.
It does! I hadn’t looked at it like that before. 😊