Based on 17,067 research-grade iNaturalist observations in Virginia, Eastern Tiger Swallowtail is most often recorded in August; in Virginia it behaves like a summer visitor / breeder. It ranks #1 among butterflies recorded in the state in our data.
Papilio glaucus
Eastern Tiger Swallowtail 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 August
Monarch
Huron Skipper
Zabulon Skipper
Silver-spotted Skipper
Spicebush Swallowtail
Common Buckeye
Pearl Crescent
Northern Pearly-eye
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 Tiger Swallowtail appear in Virginia?
Mainly June–September, with the most records in August.
How common is Eastern Tiger Swallowtail in Virginia?
It ranks #1 by number of iNaturalist observations among butterflies in Virginia (17,067 records in our sample).