Barred Yellow (Eurema daira) is in the Whites, Yellows, and Sulphurs family (Pieridae). Across the U.S., iNaturalist users have logged 5,401 research-grade observations of it in our sample, peaking in November.
Seasonal pattern in the national data: seasonal. Counts also reflect when people are out photographing, so compare months within a state rather than across states.
When to photograph Barred Yellow: observations by month (U.S.)
About Barred Yellow
Eurema daira, the fairy yellow, barred yellow or barred sulphur, is a butterfly of the family Pieridae. It is found from Argentina north to the southern United States. Strays can be found up to southern Arizona, South Dakota, southern Texas and even Washington, D.C.From Wikipedia via iNaturalist — article, CC BY-SA.
Barred Yellow by state
| State | Observations | Peak month | Main season |
|---|---|---|---|
| Florida | 4,878 | November | Jul–Mar |
| Georgia | 203 | September | May–Nov |
| Louisiana | 93 | July | Apr–Oct |
| Mississippi | 88 | July | May–Aug |
| Alabama | 68 | August | Jun–Nov |
| Texas | 29 | November | Nov–Jan |
| South Carolina | 28 | September | Sep–Oct |
| Arizona | 13 | September | Aug–Oct |
Main season = months with at least 30% of the state's peak-month count.
Related butterflies (Whites, Yellows, and Sulphurs)
Small White
Orange Sulphur
Cloudless Sulphur
Sleepy Orange
Checkered White
Dainty Sulphur
Little Yellow
Clouded Sulphur
Photography tips
- Butterflies are sluggish on cool mornings — the best time for close approaches.
- Keep the sensor parallel to the wings for edge-to-edge sharpness.
- Nectar plants in bloom are reliable places to wait.
FAQ
When is the best time to photograph Barred Yellow?
Nationally, November has the most observations, with the main season from July to March.
Where is Barred Yellow most often seen?
The most observations come from Florida, Georgia, Louisiana.