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

What is the most observed butterflies and moth in Alaska?

The most observed butterflies and moth in Alaska is Canadian Tiger Swallowtail (Papilio canadensis), with 614 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. White-striped Black (Trichodezia albovittata)
2. Arctic Fritillary (Boloria chariclea)