Butterflies & Moths in City of St. Petersburg

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the 10 most common butterflies and moths in City of St. Petersburg?

The 10 most common butterflies and moths in City of St. Petersburg are:

1. Small Tortoiseshell (Aglais urticae)
2. European Peacock Butterfly (Aglais io)
3. Green-veined White (Pieris napi)
4. Red Admiral (Vanessa atalanta)
5. Common Brimstone (Gonepteryx rhamni)
6. Common Blue (Polyommatus icarus)
7. Goat Moth (Cossus cossus)
8. Scarce Tortoiseshell (Nymphalis xanthomelas)
9. Mourning Cloak (Nymphalis antiopa)
10. European Comma (Polygonia c-album)

What is the most observed butterflies and moth in City of St. Petersburg?

The most observed butterflies and moth in City of St. Petersburg is Small Tortoiseshell (Aglais urticae), with 358 recorded observations.