Ornithoptera alexandrae, the Queen Alexandra's birdwing, is the largest species of butterfly in the world, with females reaching wingspans slightly in excess of 25 to 28 cm (10 to 11 in). [4] [5] This birdwing is restricted to the forests of the Oro Province in eastern Papua New Guinea.

2020年2月17日 · The Queen Alexandra’s Birdwing is the largest butterfly in the world by wingspan. It is also known for being an incredibly beautiful species, with its unusual teal colors setting it apart as much as its size!

2019年10月25日 · The papilo homerus butterfly is the largest in the genus papilio and is only found in two areas in Jamaica: the Blue and the John Crow Mountains and the cockpit country region. This breathtaking butterfly has a wingspan of 6 inches which is majorly due to its elongated forewings.

2010年11月4日 · The Queen Alexandra Birdwing (Ornithoptera alexandrae) is the largest living butterfly, with a wingspan that stretches almost a foot across. One the rarest butterflies in the world, it's...

2023年10月19日 · The world’s largest butterfly is Queen Alexandra’s Birdwing (Ornithoptera alexandrae). It has a wingspan of 30 cm (1 foot) and is found only in Papua New Guinea (specifically in the Popondetta Plain).

With around 17,500 species of butterflies in the world, these colourful critters are important pollinators that help maintain the ecosystem. They've adapted to live on every continent …

2023年9月13日 · We’ve learned that Queen Alexandra’s birdwing butterflies are the largest butterfly species on Earth, with a whopping 10-inch wingspan and hefty 12-gram weight. They are endangered and protected by law, but their 40 square mile …

Did you know the largest butterfly in the world has a wingspan of 28cm and weighs 12g? The female Queen Alexandra’s birdwing (Ornithoptera alexandrae), is the biggest butterfly in the …

2023年11月12日 · Queen Alexandra's Birdwing (Ornithoptera alexandrae) is the biggest butterfly globally, with a record wingspan of 11 inches. Therefore, seeing this giant insect is quite an experience. Not surprisingly, to some people, this is not just the largest butterfly in the world but also the most magnificent of its kind.

2024年3月1日 · The Queen Alexandra’s Birdwing holds the title of the largest butterfly in the world, captivating enthusiasts with its striking beauty and vibrant colors. Discovered in 1906 by Albert Stewart Meek in the lush forests of New Guinea, this species immediately garnered attention for its sheer size and the dazzling contrast between the sexes.