Parish's Goldeneye (Bahiopsis parishii) is in the Sunflowers, Daisies, Asters, and Allies family (Asteraceae). Across the U.S., iNaturalist users have logged 2,715 research-grade flowering observations of it in our sample, peaking in March.
Nationally it blooms mainly from October to May, but timing varies a lot by state and elevation — see the table below.
When to photograph Parish's Goldeneye: observations by month (U.S.)
About Parish's Goldeneye
Bahiopsis parishii known commonly as Parish goldeneye or shrubby goldeneye, is a North American species of flowering shrubs in the sunflower family.From Wikipedia via iNaturalist — article, CC BY-SA.
Parish's Goldeneye by state
| State | Observations | Peak month | Main season |
|---|---|---|---|
| California | 2,496 | March | Oct–May |
| Arizona | 161 | April | Mar–May |
| Nevada | 58 | April | Mar–May |
Main season = months with at least 30% of the state's peak-month count.
Related wildflowers (Sunflowers, Daisies, Asters, and Allies)
black-eyed Susan
Common Yarrow
White Snakeroot
Chicory
Lawn daisy
Philadelphia fleabane
Pearly Everlasting
Blue Mistflower
Photography tips
- Photograph flowers on calm, overcast mornings to avoid wind blur and harsh shadows.
- Get low: a shallow depth of field (f/2.8–f/5.6) isolates a bloom against soft color.
- Stay on trails — trampling meadows kills plants and ruins next year's display.
- Try a kaleidoscope abstract of a single bloom with our online kaleidoscope tool.
FAQ
When is the best time to photograph Parish's Goldeneye?
Nationally, March has the most observations, with the main season from October to May.
Where is Parish's Goldeneye most often seen?
The most observations come from California, Arizona, Nevada.