Sep 2, 2024, 03:00 PM IST

7 largest butterflies in the world

Apurwa Amit

Queen Alexandra's birdwing: It is a stunning butterfly from Papua New Guinea, known for its impressive 11-inch wingspan and vibrant blue-green colours.

Atlas moth: It is found in Southeast Asia, boasts a massive 12-inch wingspan and distinct transparent wing patches resembling snake heads for defense. 

Goliath birdwing: The Goliath birdwing showcases striking yellow and black patterns on its 11-inch wings.

White witch: It is native to Central and South America, flaunts a graceful 6-inch wingspan with white wings adorned with black veins. 

Rajah Brooke's birdwing: It is a majestic butterfly which features striking black wings with bright green markings and a wingspan of around 6 inches. 

Ornithoptera croesus: It is also known as the Wallace's golden birdwing. It is famous for its golden-colored wings and can have a wingspan of up to 7 inches.

Papilio homerus: The Homerus swallowtail, is the largest butterfly in the Western Hemisphere, found in Jamaica.

This information is not DNA's opinion but obtained from media reports