Goatweed Leafwing (Anaea andria) is in the Brush-footed Butterflies family (Nymphalidae). Across the U.S., iNaturalist users have logged 9,275 research-grade observations of it in our sample, peaking in March.
Seasonal pattern in the national data: spring and fall migrant. Counts also reflect when people are out photographing, so compare months within a state rather than across states.
When to photograph Goatweed Leafwing: observations by month (U.S.)
About Goatweed Leafwing
Anaea andria, known generally as the goatweed leafwing or goatweed butterfly, is a species of leafwing in the family of butterflies known as Nymphalidae. It is found in North America.From Wikipedia via iNaturalist — article, CC BY-SA.
Goatweed Leafwing by state
| State | Observations | Peak month | Main season |
|---|---|---|---|
| Texas | 6,255 | March | Mar–Apr |
| Oklahoma | 747 | April | Mar–May |
| Arkansas | 640 | April | Mar–Apr |
| Missouri | 371 | April | Mar–May |
| Kansas | 252 | April | Mar–Apr |
| Louisiana | 223 | March | Mar–Apr |
| Tennessee | 158 | April | Mar–May |
| Alabama | 115 | April | Mar–Apr |
| Mississippi | 113 | August | Aug–Aug |
| Florida | 87 | August | Mar–Aug |
| Georgia | 66 | April | Mar–Apr |
| Colorado | 63 | August | Jul–Sep |
| New Mexico | 46 | August | Aug–Oct |
| Illinois | 43 | April | Apr–Apr |
| South Carolina | 41 | September | Sep–Sep |
| Nebraska | 19 | April | Apr–May |
| Kentucky | 14 | April | Apr–Apr |
| Arizona | 8 | September | Sep–Sep |
| Iowa | 8 | June | Jun–Jun |
Main season = months with at least 30% of the state's peak-month count.
Related butterflies (Brush-footed Butterflies)
Monarch
Gulf Fritillary
Common Buckeye
Red Admiral
Pearl Crescent
Painted Lady
American Lady
Variegated Fritillary
Photography tips
- Butterflies are sluggish on cool mornings — the best time for close approaches.
- Keep the sensor parallel to the wings for edge-to-edge sharpness.
- Nectar plants in bloom are reliable places to wait.
FAQ
When is the best time to photograph Goatweed Leafwing?
Nationally, March has the most observations, with the main season from March to April.
Where is Goatweed Leafwing most often seen?
The most observations come from Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas.