Based on 2,655 research-grade iNaturalist observations in Arkansas, Eastern Tiger Swallowtail is most often recorded in August; in Arkansas it behaves like a summer visitor / breeder. It ranks #2 among butterflies recorded in the state in our data.
Papilio glaucus
Eastern Tiger Swallowtail in Arkansas 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 Arkansas in August
Monarch
Spicebush Swallowtail
Hackberry Emperor
Common Buckeye
Fiery Skipper
Silver-spotted Skipper
Huron Skipper
Pipevine Swallowtail
Places to look in Arkansas
State ParkCrater of Diamonds State Park
State ParkArkansas Post
National ForestOuachita National Forest
State ParkPetit Jean State Park
State ParkPinnacle Mountain State Park
State ParkLake Fort Smith State Park
FAQ
When does Eastern Tiger Swallowtail appear in Arkansas?
Mainly June–September, with the most records in August.
How common is Eastern Tiger Swallowtail in Arkansas?
It ranks #2 by number of iNaturalist observations among butterflies in Arkansas (2,655 records in our sample).