Common Buckeye (Junonia coenia)
Common Buckeye
Copyright: Fred Miller
This butterfly is a beautiful creature that is a must-have in all butterfly gardens. It is a fabulous chestnut brown with 6 bright colorful eye spots. These smaller butterflies are quick, energetic fliers that are entertaining to watch as they flutter close to the ground. Buckeyes can be hard to see when hiding because they are very well camouflaged when they have their wings folded up, appearing as a dull brown leaf. Luckily, more times than not they will be basking in the sun showing off their colors. Gardens With Wings’ are not complete without the Buckeye fluttering around.
Family: Brush-footed Butterflies (Nymphalidae)
Subfamily: True Brushfoot (Nymphalinae)
Average Wingspan: 1 5/8 in. to 2 3/4 in.
Habitat: Open areas, fields, meadows
Close Wing
Copyright: Fred Miller
Plants That Attract This Butterfly
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Note: Always check the USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map to make sure a plant will grow in your area.
Butterfly Life Cycle
Caterpillar
Copyright: Fred Miller
Butterfly Flight Range
Note: Map represents approximate butterfly flight range.
