Based on 3,430 research-grade iNaturalist observations in Illinois, Fiery Skipper is most often recorded in September; in Illinois it behaves like a seasonal. It ranks #11 among butterflies recorded in the state in our data.
Hylephila phyleus
Fiery Skipper in Illinois 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 Illinois in September
Monarch
Painted Lady
Common Buckeye
Silver-spotted Skipper
Black Swallowtail
Pearl Crescent
Small White
Orange Sulphur
Places to look in Illinois
State ParkCahokia
Botanical GardenMorton Arboretum
National ForestShawnee National Forest
Botanical GardenChicago Botanic Garden
Botanical GardenLadd Arboretum
State ParkStarved Rock State Park
FAQ
When does Fiery Skipper appear in Illinois?
Mainly July–October, with the most records in September.
How common is Fiery Skipper in Illinois?
It ranks #11 by number of iNaturalist observations among butterflies in Illinois (3,430 records in our sample).