What's Flying? - Winter

Happy New Year! With the arrival of winter's chilly temperatures, butterflies in Central Florida are not quite as ubiquitous, but they're certainly still here. As long as temperatures reach about 60 - 65 degrees Fahrenheit and the sun is shining, butterflies have the ability to warm their bodies enough to fly and feed. Here are the most common species you can expect to see, even on slightly chilly days.

• Gulf Fritillary
• Zebra Longwing
• Monarch
• Long Tailed Skipper
• Fiery Skipper
• Blues (Cassius and Ceranus)
• Duskywings
• Cloudless Sulphur

As winter gives way to spring, around the middle to end of February, we'll expect to see many more species in flight. Look for another "What's Flying" update then.