Based on 1,284 research-grade iNaturalist observations in New Mexico, Western Pygmy-Blue is most often recorded in September; in New Mexico it behaves like a seasonal. It ranks #6 among butterflies recorded in the state in our data.
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Western Pygmy-Blue in New Mexico 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 New Mexico in September
Painted Lady
Monarch
Fiery Skipper
Arizona Sister
Variegated Fritillary
Dainty Sulphur
Queen
Two-tailed Swallowtail
Places to look in New Mexico
National ForestCarson National Forest
National ForestLincoln National Forest
National ForestSanta Fe National Forest
State ParkFort Stanton
National ForestGila National Forest
National ForestCibola National Forest
FAQ
When does Western Pygmy-Blue appear in New Mexico?
Mainly July–November, with the most records in September.
How common is Western Pygmy-Blue in New Mexico?
It ranks #6 by number of iNaturalist observations among butterflies in New Mexico (1,284 records in our sample).