There are fourteen species of the greater fritillaries (genus Speyeria) and sixteen lesser fritillaries (genus Bolloria). Most are orange and black with various checkered designs. Many are similar, and difficult to identify. Here are some common ones seen around the USA:

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The Variegated Fritillary (Euptoieta claudia) captivates with its vibrant colors and distinctive flight pattern, embodying the rich tapestry of the butterfly kingdom. This species, found across the Americas, showcases the fascinating lifecycle and behaviors of butterflies, from its uniquely patterned caterpillar stage to its striking adult form.

Fritillary butterflies belong to the Heliconiinae subfamily, and they demonstrate the diversity of butterfly species with orange wings. Fritillary butterflies cover both the group with the Fritillary name and the longwings belong to the subfamily.