Based on 4,535 research-grade iNaturalist observations in Ohio, Spicebush Swallowtail is most often recorded in July; in Ohio it behaves like a summer visitor / breeder. It ranks #10 among butterflies recorded in the state in our data.
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Spicebush Swallowtail in Ohio 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 Ohio in July
Monarch
Eastern Tiger Swallowtail
Silver-spotted Skipper
Pearl Crescent
Black Swallowtail
Red Admiral
Peck's Skipper
Small White
Places to look in Ohio
Botanical GardenCincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden
Botanical GardenChadwick Arboretum
National ForestWayne National Forest
Botanical GardenCox Arboretum and Gardens MetroPark
State ParkHocking Hills State Park
State ParkMaumee Bay State Park
FAQ
When does Spicebush Swallowtail appear in Ohio?
Mainly July–August, with the most records in July.
How common is Spicebush Swallowtail in Ohio?
It ranks #10 by number of iNaturalist observations among butterflies in Ohio (4,535 records in our sample).