Based on 3,076 research-grade iNaturalist observations in Virginia, American Lady is most often recorded in June; in Virginia it behaves like a summer visitor / breeder. It ranks #15 among butterflies recorded in the state in our data.
Vanessa virginiensis
American Lady in Virginia 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 Virginia in June
Eastern Tiger Swallowtail
Great Spangled Fritillary
Silver-spotted Skipper
Zebra Swallowtail
Small White
Eastern Tailed-Blue
Monarch
Pearl Crescent
Places to look in Virginia
Botanical GardenLewis Ginter Botanical Garden
State ParkGrayson Highlands State Park
State ParkOcconeechee State Park
State ParkStaunton River State Park
State ParkMason Neck State Park
State ParkSky Meadows State Park
FAQ
When does American Lady appear in Virginia?
Mainly April–October, with the most records in June.
How common is American Lady in Virginia?
It ranks #15 by number of iNaturalist observations among butterflies in Virginia (3,076 records in our sample).