Based on 620 research-grade iNaturalist observations in Alaska, Canadian Tiger Swallowtail is most often recorded in June; in Alaska it behaves like a seasonal. It ranks #1 among butterflies recorded in the state in our data.
Papilio canadensis
Canadian Tiger Swallowtail in Alaska 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 Alaska in June
Places to look in Alaska
National Wildlife RefugeArctic National Wildlife Refuge
National ForestTongass National Forest
State ParkChugach State Park
National ForestChugach National Forest
Botanical GardenAlaska Botanical Garden
State ParkDenali State Park
FAQ
When does Canadian Tiger Swallowtail appear in Alaska?
Mainly June–June, with the most records in June.
How common is Canadian Tiger Swallowtail in Alaska?
It ranks #1 by number of iNaturalist observations among butterflies in Alaska (620 records in our sample).