Similar to the related Queen and Monarch, Soldier has a more southerly range. In the US, it is uncommon in southern Florida and southmost Texas, with strays turning up further north, including one record from North Carolina (Fort Fisher).

Near Florida City, Miami-Dade Co., FL 6/23/10.

Near Florida City, Miami-Dade Co., FL 6/23/10.

Mission, Hidalgo Co., TX 10/13/04.

Queen (Danaus gilippus) (left) and two Soldiers (Danaus eresimus)

Mission, Hidalgo Co., TX 10/13/04.