Gulf fritillary (Dione vanillae)

During my visit I saw many species of butterflies on the many sandbanks. Capybaras and other mammals leave behind body fluids, feces and urine that attract butterflies and many other insects seeking salts and minerals.

Gulf fritillary (Dione vanillae)

When the sandbanks become submerged this is no longer so easily accessible.

Last updated on 11 March 2022