Based on 2,787 research-grade iNaturalist observations in California, Northern White-Skipper is most often recorded in June; in California it behaves like a summer visitor / breeder. It ranks #42 among butterflies recorded in the state in our data.
Heliopetes ericetorum
Northern White-Skipper in California 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 California in June
Monarch
Gray Buckeye
Western Tiger Swallowtail
Variable Checkerspot
Small White
Anise Swallowtail
California Sister
Pale Swallowtail
Places to look in California
Botanical GardenThe Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens
State ParkHearst Castle
Botanical GardenSan Francisco Botanical Garden
State ParkAnza-Borrego Desert State Park
National ForestAngeles National Forest
National ForestSequoia National Forest
FAQ
When does Northern White-Skipper appear in California?
Mainly May–October, with the most records in June.
How common is Northern White-Skipper in California?
It ranks #42 by number of iNaturalist observations among butterflies in California (2,787 records in our sample).