Ladybugs in Washington in April
Yes, April is a good month to see ladybugs in Washington. It is the 4th busiest month of the year, with 1,709 of the 17,175 sightings logged across the year (10%), based on verified iNaturalist records.
By Tim, founder of Easy Street Markets. I maintain the wildlife database and verify every animal and source myself. Updated June 28, 2026.
Good month for ladybugs in Washington
10%
of yearly sightings
1,709
records in April
#4
busiest month of 12
17,175
verified records a year
March 3.5%, April 10%, May 22.1%. Busiest month is June at 24.7%.
17,175 verified observations of ladybugs in Washington, recorded across 12 months of the year on iNaturalist.
When ladybugs are recorded in Washington
Peak month
June
4,235 records (24.7% of the year)
| Month | Observations | Share |
|---|---|---|
| January | 140 | 0.8% |
| February | 190 | 1.1% |
| March | 602 | 3.5% |
| April | 1,709 | 10% |
| Maypeak | 3,798 | 22.1% |
| Junepeak | 4,235 | 24.7% |
| Julypeak | 2,864 | 16.7% |
| August | 1,488 | 8.7% |
| September | 830 | 4.8% |
| October | 849 | 4.9% |
| November | 342 | 2% |
| December | 128 | 0.7% |
Ladybugs you are most likely to see
| Species | Verified observations |
|---|---|
| Asian Lady Beetle | 5,469 |
| Seven-spotted Lady Beetle | 3,174 |
| Western Polished Lady Beetle | 1,758 |
| Convergent Lady Beetle | 1,230 |
| Twenty-spotted Lady Beetle | 1,042 |
| Painted Lady Beetle | 719 |
| Two-spotted Lady Beetle | 421 |
| Western Fairy Lady Beetle | 415 |
In Washington, April carries 10% of the year's ladybugs sightings, about 1.7 points above an even month-to-month split. That makes it the 4th busiest of the twelve months, out of 12 months with recorded activity.
Activity is rising from March (3.5%) into April, and it heads toward May (22.1%) after. The busiest month is June (24.7%), so if timing is flexible, that window is the safer bet.
The ladybugs most often recorded in Washington are Asian Lady Beetle, Seven-spotted Lady Beetle and Western Polished Lady Beetle. Those counts are annual totals rather than a April split, so treat them as which species you are likely to encounter, while the month figures above show how many sightings fall in April itself.
Which ladybugs you are most likely to see
- Asian Lady Beetle5,469 records
- Seven-spotted Lady Beetle3,174 records
- Western Polished Lady Beetle1,758 records
- Convergent Lady Beetle1,230 records
- Twenty-spotted Lady Beetle1,042 records
- Painted Lady Beetle719 records
Plan your ladybug trip in Washington
Start with live tours near Ebey's Landing National Historical Reserve, then compare a nearby stay and a broader wildlife backup before you lock in the trip.
GetYourGuide
Live tours nearbySee live tours near Ebey's Landing National Historical Reserve
Use the live GetYourGuide widget to compare local departures and activity styles close to the main ladybug viewing area.
Booking.com
Stay nearbyStay near Ebey's Landing National Historical Reserve
Compare hotels, cabins and lodges close to the best ladybug viewing area in Washington.
Viator
Broader backupBook a ladybug tour in Washington
Compare guided wildlife tours, boat trips and nature experiences if you want a second travel network beyond the live widget.
Frequently asked questions
Can you see ladybugs in Washington in April?+
Yes. April accounts for 1,709 of the 17,175 verified ladybugs sightings logged in Washington across the year, which is 10% of the annual total.
Is April a good time to see ladybugs in Washington?+
April is the 4th busiest month. It is workable, though June and May is the stronger window for a reliable sighting.
What month is best for ladybugs in Washington?+
June is the single busiest month, with the broader peak running through June, May and July, based on 17,175 verified observations.
Which ladybugs are you most likely to see in Washington?+
The most-recorded species in Washington are Asian Lady Beetle, Seven-spotted Lady Beetle and Western Polished Lady Beetle, based on all-time iNaturalist counts.
See ladybugs in Washington in other months
More wildlife in Washington