Moths in Alaska

Alaska has long winters and short summers, so the state does not have too many moths. However, notable species, some with a striking appearance like the hummingbird such as the snowberry clearwing moth, and the white-lined sphinx moth thrive here. The gypsy moth, known for its heavy infestation, has also been spotted in different Alaskan terrain.

Common Moths:  White-lined Sphinx Moth, Gypsy Moth, Snowberry Clearwing Hummingbird Moth

Large Moths: Galium Sphinx Moth, White-lined Sphinx Moth, Great Brocade Moth

 Here is the list of moths found in Alaska arranged in order of the family they belong to.

Erebidae Moths

• Gypsy Moth (Lymantria dispar)
• Wood Tiger Moth (Parasemia plantaginis)
• Rusty Tussock Moth (Orgyia antique)
• The Herald Moth (Scoliopteryx libatrix)

Geometer Moths

• Spear-marked Black Moth (Rheumaptera hastate)
• White-striped Black Moth (Trichodezia albovittata)

Owlet Moths

• Great Brocade Moth (Eurois occulta)

Hawk Moths 

• Galium Sphinx Moth (Hyles gallii)
• Snowberry Clearwing Moth (Hemaris diffinis)
• White-lined Sphinx Moth (Hyles lineata)
• Galium Sphinx Moth (Hyles gallii)

Tortrix Moths

• Dusky Leafroller Moth (Orthotaenia undulana)

Ermine Moths

• Bronze Alder Moth (Argyresthia goedartella)