Butterflies & Moths in North Dakota

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the 10 most common butterflies and moths in North Dakota?

The 10 most common butterflies and moths in North Dakota are:

1. Monarch (Danaus plexippus)
2. Leafy Spurge Hawkmoth (Hyles euphorbiae)
3. Painted Lady (Vanessa cardui)
4. Melissa Blue (Plebejus melissa)
5. Red Admiral (Vanessa atalanta)
6. Common Wood-Nymph (Cercyonis pegala)
7. Eastern Tiger Swallowtail (Papilio glaucus)
8. Small White (Pieris rapae)
9. Clouded Sulphur (Colias philodice)
10. Common Ringlet (Coenonympha california)

What is the most observed butterflies and moth in North Dakota?

The most observed butterflies and moth in North Dakota is Monarch (Danaus plexippus), with 656 recorded observations.