Based on 1,524 research-grade iNaturalist observations in Alabama, Spicebush Swallowtail is most often recorded in August; in Alabama it behaves like a summer visitor / breeder. It ranks #13 among butterflies recorded in the state in our data.
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Spicebush Swallowtail 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 August
Gulf Fritillary
Eastern Tiger Swallowtail
Cloudless Sulphur
Silver-spotted Skipper
Common Buckeye
Fiery Skipper
Sleepy Orange
Hackberry Emperor
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 Spicebush Swallowtail appear in Alabama?
Mainly July–September, with the most records in August.
How common is Spicebush Swallowtail in Alabama?
It ranks #13 by number of iNaturalist observations among butterflies in Alabama (1,524 records in our sample).