Based on 1,923 research-grade iNaturalist observations in Alabama, Hackberry Emperor is most often recorded in September; in Alabama it behaves like a summer visitor / breeder. It ranks #8 among butterflies recorded in the state in our data.
Asterocampa celtis
Hackberry Emperor in Alabama 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 Alabama in September
Gulf Fritillary
Cloudless Sulphur
Common Buckeye
Eastern Tiger Swallowtail
Monarch
Long-tailed Skipper
Fiery Skipper
Red-banded Hairstreak
Places to look in Alabama
Botanical GardenMobile Botanical Gardens
State ParkLake Guntersville State Park
State ParkLake Lurleen State Park
State ParkBuck's Pocket State Park
State ParkCheaha State Park
State ParkMonte Sano State Park
FAQ
When does Hackberry Emperor appear in Alabama?
Mainly May–September, with the most records in September.
How common is Hackberry Emperor in Alabama?
It ranks #8 by number of iNaturalist observations among butterflies in Alabama (1,923 records in our sample).