Insects in District of Columbia

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the 10 most common insects in District of Columbia?

The 10 most common insects in District of Columbia are:

1. Spotted Lanternfly (Lycorma delicatula)
2. Western Honey Bee (Apis mellifera)
3. Asian Lady Beetle (Harmonia axyridis)
4. Common Eastern Bumble Bee (Bombus impatiens)
5. Eastern Carpenter Bee (Xylocopa virginica)
6. Blue Dasher (Pachydiplax longipennis)
7. Huron Skipper (Atalopedes huron)
8. Monarch (Danaus plexippus)
9. Eastern Tiger Swallowtail (Papilio glaucus)
10. Yellow-striped Leafhopper (Sibovia occatoria)

What is the most observed insect in District of Columbia?

The most observed insect in District of Columbia is Spotted Lanternfly (Lycorma delicatula), with 1,970 recorded observations.

What are the most common invasive insects in District of Columbia?

Some of the most commonly observed invasive insects in District of Columbia include:

1. Kudzu Bug (Megacopta cribraria)