Based on 2,248 research-grade iNaturalist observations in Florida, Three-spotted Skipper is most often recorded in September; in Florida it behaves like a seasonal. It ranks #35 among butterflies recorded in the state in our data.
Cymaenes tripunctus
Three-spotted Skipper in Florida 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 Florida in September
Gulf Fritillary
White Peacock
Long-tailed Skipper
Cloudless Sulphur
Monarch
Spicebush Swallowtail
Horace's Duskywing
Zebra Longwing
Places to look in Florida
Botanical GardenVizcaya Museum and Gardens
Botanical GardenZoo Miami
Botanical GardenBok Tower Gardens
State ParkFort Zachary Taylor Historic State Park
State ParkFort Mose Historic State Park
Botanical GardenButterfly World
FAQ
When does Three-spotted Skipper appear in Florida?
Mainly June–April, with the most records in September.
How common is Three-spotted Skipper in Florida?
It ranks #35 by number of iNaturalist observations among butterflies in Florida (2,248 records in our sample).