Based on 1,750 research-grade iNaturalist observations in New Jersey, American Lady is most often recorded in May; in New Jersey it behaves like a summer visitor / breeder. It ranks #12 among butterflies recorded in the state in our data.
Vanessa virginiensis
American Lady in New Jersey by month
Bars show research-grade observations per month. They mix true seasonality with how often people are outdoors, so treat small numbers with caution.
Also seen in New Jersey in May
Zabulon Skipper
Eastern Tiger Swallowtail
Red-banded Hairstreak
Red Admiral
Eastern Tailed-Blue
Spicebush Swallowtail
Pearl Crescent
Silver-spotted Skipper
Places to look in New Jersey
Botanical GardenDrew University
State ParkLiberty State Park
Botanical GardenWillowwood Arboretum
Botanical GardenHerrontown Woods Arboretum
State ParkWawayanda State Park
State ParkIsland Beach State Park
FAQ
When does American Lady appear in New Jersey?
Mainly April–October, with the most records in May.
How common is American Lady in New Jersey?
It ranks #12 by number of iNaturalist observations among butterflies in New Jersey (1,750 records in our sample).