6 World's Most Fascinating Insects You Must Know

Menelaus Blue Morpho

Blue Morpho is the largest butterfly worldwide due to its wide wings spanning five to eight inches. Their iridescent blue color that reflects the light from the backside is said to result from the microscopic scales.

Elephant Hawk-moth

The elephant hawk-moth can be found in various habitats including parks, woodlands, and gardens. This distinctive caterpillar looks like an elephant's trunk hence called elephant hawk-moth.

Rosy Maple Moth

Their name derives from the fact that they can be found on maple trees. Rosy maple moths can be easily recognized by their hairy bodies and are found in different colors including white, yellow, or pale.

Treehoppers

Treehoppers can be easily recognized by their grotesquely bigger thorax and vertical face which projects above the head and extends back over the abdomen. These thorn bugs are members of the Membracidae family.

Sunset Moth

Sunset moths can be identified by their color pattern which includes reds, greens, blues, and more. The microscopic scales on their wings scatter light waves like a prism, resulting in multiple colors.

Picasso Bug

The most interesting thing is that the beautiful markings on these insects resemble as if they were painted by Picasso himself which is set in this stunning name Picasso Bug. It belongs to a unique insect group called shield-baked bugs.

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