Birdwing Butterfly Collection

Ornithoptera alexandrae, Queen Alexandras birdwing butterfly
A mounted specimen of Queen Alexandras birdwing butterfly from Papua New Guinea. Male specimen measuring 188 mm across wingtips. See 14964 for the female which is larger

Ornithoptera alexandrae, Queen Alexandras birdwing butterfl
Digital image of the upperside of a mounted specimen of a Queen Alexandras birdwing butterfly from the family Papilionidae

Ornithoptera croesus, Wallaces golden birdwing butterfly

Ornithoptera alexandrae, Queen Alexandras birdwing butterfly

Four Birdwing butterflies (family Papilionidae) in two columns
824067 Four Birdwing butterflies (family Papilionidae) in two columns, representing both sexes of the Common Birdwing (Troides (Ornithoptera) Priamus), (bodycolour on grey paper) by Rowan

Indonesia. Birdwing butterfly on leaf

Tropical butterfly, Birdwing, male Ornithoptera rothschildi blue Dutch iris

Ornithoptera allottei, birdwing butterfly
Image of the underside of a mounted male specimen of a birdwing butterfly (Ornithoptera allottei)

Birdwing Butterfly Ornithoptera paradisea
A male Paradise Birdwing, Ornithoptera paradisea, from Papua New Guinea. This species is CITES protected and this specimen was licenced for export and sale from authorised Butterfly ranching in PNG

Icones Ornithopterorum by Robert Rippon, 1816-1917, English zoologist, entomologist and illustrator

Ornithoptera croesus, Wallaces golden birdwing butterfly
Specimen drawer of golden birdwing butterflys, collected by Alfred Russel Wallace

Ornithoptera chimaera, birdwing butterfly
Digital image of the upperside of a mounted specimen of a male birdwing butterfly (Ornithoptera chimaera) from the family Papilionidae

Ornithoptera allotei, birdwing butterfly
Digital image of the upperside of a mounted specimen of a male birdwing butterfly (Ornithoptera allotei) from the family Papilionidae

Ornithoptera paradisea, birdwing butterfly
Digital image of the underside of a mounted specimen of a male birdwing butterfly (Ornithoptera paradisea) from the family Papilionidae

Birdwing butterfly C016 / 5881
Birdwing butterfly (Ornithoptera allottei). Underside of a mounted male specimen

Troides haliphron, birdwing butterfly
Digital image of the underside of a mounted specimen of a female birdwing butterfly (Troides haliphron) from the family Papilionidae

Troides haliphron, birdwing butterfly
Digital image of the upperside of a mounted specimen of a female birdwing butterfly (Troides haliphron) from the family Papilionidae

Troides plato, birdwing butterfly
Digital image of the underside of a mounted specimen of a female birdwing butterfly (Troides plato) from the family Papilionidae

Troides hypolitus, birdwing butterfly

Ornithoptera aesacus, birdwing butterfly
Digital image of the underside of a mounted specimen of a female birdwing butterfly (Ornithoptera aesacus) from the family Papilionidae

Troides vandepolli, birdwing butterfly
Digital image of the underside of a mounted specimen of a female birdwing butterfly (Troides vandepolli) from the family Papilionidae

Troides criton, birdwing butterfly
Digital image of the underside of a mounted specimen of a female birdwing butterfly (Troides criton) from the family Papilionidae

Ornithoptera victoriae, birdwing butterfly
Digital image of mounted specimen of a birdwing butterfly from the family Papilionidae

Ornithoptera meridionalis, birdwing butterfly
Digital image of the upperside of a mounted specimen of a female birdwing butterfly (Ornithoptera meridionalis) from the family Papilionidae

Troides prattorum, birdwing butterfly
Digital image of the underside of a mounted specimen of a female birdwing butterfly (Troides prattorum) from the family Papilionidae

Ornithoptera rothschildi, Rothschilds birdwing
Digital image of the upperside of a mounted specimen of a female birdwing butterfly (Ornithoptera rothschildi) from the family Papilonidae

Troides helena, common birdwing butterfly
Digital image of the upperside of a mounted specimen of a female common birdwing butterfly (Troides helena) from the family Papilionidae

Ornithoptera tithonus, birdwing butterfly
Digital image of mounted specimen of the underside a female birdwing butterfly (Ornithoptera tithonus) from the family Papilionidae

Troides miranda, birdwing butterfly
Digital image of the underside of a mounted specimen of a female birdwing butterfly (Troides miranda) from the family Papilionidae

Ornithoptera aesacus, birdwing butterfly
Digital image of the upperside of a mounted specimen of a male birdwing butterfly (Ornithoptera aesacus) from the family Papilionidae

Ornithoptera priamus, birdwing butterfly
Digital image of the underside of a mounted specimen of a female birdwing butterfly (Ornithoptera priamus) from the family Papilionidae

Troides oblongomaculatus, birdwing butterfly
Digital image of the underside of a mounted specimen of a female birdwing butterfly (Troides oblongomaculatus) from the family Papilionidae

Ornithoptera croesus, birdwing butterfly
Digital image of the upperside of a mounted specimen of a female birdwing butterfly (Ornithoptera croesus) from the family Papilionidae

Troides dohertyi, birdwing butterfly
Digital image of the underside of a mounted specimen of a female birdwing butterfly (Troides dohertyi) from the family Papilionidae

Trogonoptera trojana, birdwing butterfly
Digital image of the upperside of a mounted specimen of a female birdwing butterfly (Trogonoptera trojana) from the family Papilionidae

Troides andromache, birdwing butterfly
Digital image of the upperside of a mounted specimen of a female birdwing butterfly (Troides andromache) from the family Papilionidae

Ornithoptera paradisea, birdwing butterfly
Digital image of the upperside of a mounted specimen of a female birdwing butterfly (Ornithoptera paradisea) from the family Papilionidae

Troides amphrysus, birdwing butterfly
Digital image of the underside of a mounted specimen of a female birdwing butterfly (Troides amphrysus) from the family Papilionidae

Troides aeacus, golden birdwing butterfly
Digital image of the upperside of a mounted specimen of a female golden birdwing butterfly (Troides aeacus) from the family Papilionidae

Troides minos, birdwing butterfly
Digital image of the underside of a mounted specimen of a female birdwing butterfly (Troides minos) from the family Papilionidae

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The birdwing butterfly, also known as Ornithoptera alexandrae or Queen Alexandra's birdwing butterfly, is a true marvel of nature. With its vibrant colors and intricate patterns, it captivates the hearts of all who lay eyes on it. Native to Papua New Guinea, this majestic creature is one of the largest butterflies in the world. Another member of the birdwing family is Ornithoptera croesus, commonly referred to as Wallaces golden birdwing butterfly. Its wings shimmer with shades of gold and black, creating a mesmerizing display that leaves spectators in awe. In Indonesia, these stunning creatures can be spotted gracefully perched on leaves. Their delicate presence adds an ethereal touch to their surroundings. It's truly a sight to behold. One cannot help but admire the beauty and grace exhibited by male Ornithoptera rothschildi blue Dutch iris butterflies. These tropical wonders showcase brilliant hues that perfectly complement their natural habitat. Ornithoptera allottei is yet another breathtaking species within the birdwing family. Its striking appearance showcases nature's artistic prowess at its finest. Dating back to 1860, vintage illustrations depict various species from the Papilionidae family including these magnificent butterflies. The color lithographs bring them back to life even after centuries have passed. Icones Ornithopterorum by Robert Rippon pays homage to these enchanting creatures through detailed depictions dating from 1816-1917. This collection serves as a testament to humanity's fascination with these winged wonders throughout history.