Butterflies & Moths in Alaska

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the 10 most common butterflies and moths in Alaska?

The 10 most common butterflies and moths in Alaska are:

1. Large Yellow Underwing (Noctua pronuba)
2. Canadian Tiger Swallowtail (Papilio canadensis)
3. Milbert's Tortoiseshell (Aglais milberti)
4. Spotted Tussock Moth (Lophocampa maculata)
5. Variable Carpet Moth (Anticlea vasiliata)
6. Thoughtful Apamea (Apamea cogitata)
7. Bedstraw Hawkmoth (Hyles gallii)
8. Mourning Cloak (Nymphalis antiopa)
9. Welsh Wave Moth (Venusia cambrica)
10. Rusty Tussock Moth (Orgyia antiqua)

What is the most observed butterflies and moth in Alaska?

The most observed butterflies and moth in Alaska is Large Yellow Underwing (Noctua pronuba), with 595 recorded observations.

What are the most common invasive butterflies and moths in Alaska?

Some of the most commonly observed invasive butterflies and moths in Alaska include:

1. Green Pug (Pasiphila rectangulata)

What are the most common native butterflies and moths in Alaska?

Some of the most commonly observed native butterflies and moths in Alaska include:

1. Arctic Fritillary (Boloria chariclea)
2. White-striped Black (Trichodezia albovittata)