Based on 2,721 research-grade iNaturalist observations in Virginia, Red Admiral is most often recorded in July; in Virginia it behaves like a summer visitor / breeder. It ranks #17 among butterflies recorded in the state in our data.
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Red Admiral in Virginia 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 Virginia in July
Eastern Tiger Swallowtail
Huron Skipper
Silver-spotted Skipper
Monarch
Spicebush Swallowtail
Eastern Tailed-Blue
Silvery Checkerspot
Pearl Crescent
Places to look in Virginia
Botanical GardenLewis Ginter Botanical Garden
State ParkGrayson Highlands State Park
State ParkOcconeechee State Park
State ParkStaunton River State Park
State ParkMason Neck State Park
State ParkSky Meadows State Park
FAQ
When does Red Admiral appear in Virginia?
Mainly May–September, with the most records in July.
How common is Red Admiral in Virginia?
It ranks #17 by number of iNaturalist observations among butterflies in Virginia (2,721 records in our sample).