Bugs Guide for Pennsylvania
Forests, ridges, rivers, and Appalachian wildlife
Bug highlights, common sightings, and the best places to look for bugs in Pennsylvania. Use the highlight list to start quickly, then work through the full guide for a broader local view.
Sightings
64
Species
12
Active Months
12
Category Overview
Bugs across Pennsylvania
This guide focuses on butterflies, bees, beetles, and other small species within Pennsylvania's wider region guide, making local walks, gardens, and close-up exploring feel richer.
Latest Sightings
Recent insect sightings in Pennsylvania
A recent look at insect sightings across Pennsylvania.
Sightings Map
See where insect sightings cluster
Start wide, then zoom in to see where insect sightings cluster across Pennsylvania.
Top Highlights
Top 5 bugs to look for in Pennsylvania
These bugs are snapped the most across this region.
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Places to Start
Best places for bugs in Pennsylvania
These place guides connect well with the bugs covered in this region.
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Spring Mill Park
You might spot Princess Tree, Asian Lady Beetle, and Spotted Lanternfly.
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Lyman Run State Park
You might spot Red-Spotted Admiral.
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North Park
You might spot White-Tailed Deer, Canada Goose, and Great Blue Heron.
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Cherry Springs State Park
You might spot Orange Hawkweed and Hickory Tussock Moth.
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Ole Bull State Park
You might spot Eastern Skunk Cabbage and American Hornbeam.
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Raymond B. Winter State Park
You might spot Hemlock Varnish Shelf, Mountain Laurel, and Cinnamon Fern.
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Full Guide
Full Pennsylvania bugs list
The complete ranked list for this guide, ordered by sightings count.
Other Guides
Keep exploring Pennsylvania
Switch from bugs to birds and flowers for a broader view of Pennsylvania's wildlife and nature.
