Based on 5,486 research-grade iNaturalist observations in Texas, Vesta Crescent is most often recorded in April; in Texas it behaves like a spring and fall migrant. It ranks #40 among butterflies recorded in the state in our data.
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Vesta Crescent in Texas 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 Texas in April
Common Buckeye
Monarch
Red Admiral
Pipevine Swallowtail
Gray Hairstreak
Variegated Fritillary
Checkered White
Orange Sulphur
Places to look in Texas
State ParkDinosaur Valley State Park
Botanical GardenSan Antonio Botanical Garden
State ParkGarner State Park
State ParkBrazos Bend State Park
State ParkPedernales Falls State Park
State ParkEnchanted Rock State Natural Area
FAQ
When does Vesta Crescent appear in Texas?
Mainly March–July, with the most records in April.
How common is Vesta Crescent in Texas?
It ranks #40 by number of iNaturalist observations among butterflies in Texas (5,486 records in our sample).