Based on 2,048 research-grade iNaturalist observations in Virginia, Eastern Comma is most often recorded in March; in Virginia it behaves like a summer visitor / breeder. It ranks #22 among butterflies recorded in the state in our data.
Polygonia comma
Eastern Comma 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 March
Eastern Tiger Swallowtail
Mourning Cloak
Falcate Orangetip
Small White
Zebra Swallowtail
Juvenal's Duskywing
Henry's Elfin
Summer Azure
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 Eastern Comma appear in Virginia?
Mainly March–October, with the most records in March.
How common is Eastern Comma in Virginia?
It ranks #22 by number of iNaturalist observations among butterflies in Virginia (2,048 records in our sample).