Based on 2,242 research-grade iNaturalist observations in Oregon, Painted Lady is most often recorded in July; in Oregon it behaves like a summer visitor / breeder. It ranks #5 among butterflies recorded in the state in our data.
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Painted Lady in Oregon 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 Oregon in July
California Tortoiseshell
Western Tiger Swallowtail
Lorquin's Admiral
Snowberry Checkerspot
Gray Hairstreak
Clodius Parnassian
Woodland Skipper
Small White
Places to look in Oregon
National ForestWillamette National Forest
National ForestMount Hood National Forest
National ForestDeschutes National Forest
Botanical GardenHoyt Arboretum
Botanical GardenLeach Botanical Garden
National ForestUmatilla National Forest
FAQ
When does Painted Lady appear in Oregon?
Mainly April–August, with the most records in July.
How common is Painted Lady in Oregon?
It ranks #5 by number of iNaturalist observations among butterflies in Oregon (2,242 records in our sample).