Based on 1,242 research-grade iNaturalist observations in Louisiana, Eastern Tiger Swallowtail is most often recorded in August; in Louisiana it behaves like a summer visitor / breeder. It ranks #8 among butterflies recorded in the state in our data.
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Eastern Tiger Swallowtail in Louisiana 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 Louisiana in August
Gulf Fritillary
Eastern Giant Swallowtail
Spicebush Swallowtail
Long-tailed Skipper
Monarch
Viceroy
Cloudless Sulphur
Fiery Skipper
Places to look in Louisiana
State ParkFort Jesup
National ForestKisatchie National Forest
State ParkChemin-A-Haut State Park
State ParkSt. Bernard State Park
State ParkBayou Segnette State Park
State ParkLake Bruin State Park
FAQ
When does Eastern Tiger Swallowtail appear in Louisiana?
Mainly March–September, with the most records in August.
How common is Eastern Tiger Swallowtail in Louisiana?
It ranks #8 by number of iNaturalist observations among butterflies in Louisiana (1,242 records in our sample).