[Insects of the Pacific Northwest]
Examples of butterflies found in the Pacific Northwest include:
Boisduval's Blue: Icaricia icarioides
Cabbage White: Pieris rapae
Cedar Hairstreak: Callophrys gryneus
Chalcedon Checkerspot: Euphydryas chalcedona
Lorquin's Admiral: Limentitis lorquini
Mourning Cloak: Nymphalis antiopa
Western Tiger Swallowtail: Papilio rutulus
Unidentified Butterfly #1: If anyone knows the common and scientific names of this male blue butterfly, please let me know. I'd also like to know any tips useful in identifying it.
Unidentified Butterfly #2: If anyone knows the common and scientific names of this female blue butterfly, please let me know. I'd also like to know any tips useful in identifying it.
Butterflies of Oregon- A USGS site.
Butterflies of North America- A USGS site.
The Butterfly Zone The Lepidopterist's Society
Internet Resources for Lepidopterists- Comprehensive listing of Butterfly and Moth Links.
Electronic Resouces on Lepidoptera- Comprehensive listing of Butterfly and Moth Links.
The Butterfly Website Minibeast Home Page- A site about Spiders, Butterflies,and Insects, with educational resources too.
Caterpiller Hostplants Database Moths of North America- A USGS site.