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Ornithoptera croesus, birdwing butterfly
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Ornithoptera croesus, birdwing butterfly
Digital image of the upperside of a mounted specimen of a female birdwing butterfly (Ornithoptera croesus) from the family Papilionidae
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1. Title: "Majestic Beauty: The Golden Birdwing Butterfly (Ornithoptera croesus)" 2. Description: This image showcases the upperside of a mounted female Ornithoptera croesus, also known as the Golden Birdwing Butterfly or Wallace's Golden Birdwing. Belonging to the family Papilionidae, this exquisite Lepidopteran is a native of New Guinea and the surrounding islands. The female birdwing butterfly is characterized by its stunning golden-brown wings adorned with intricate black patterns and yellow spots, creating an alluring contrast that is both mesmerizing and enchanting. 3. Background: The Ornithoptera croesus is a beloved species among butterfly enthusiasts and natural history collectors due to its striking appearance and rarity. This swallowtail butterfly is named after Sir Alfred Russel Wallace, who first discovered it in 1855. The birdwing butterfly is also known as a hexapod, a term used to describe invertebrates with six legs, although butterflies, like the Ornithoptera croesus, actually have six legs in their larval stage but only two pairs as adults. 4. Conservation: Sadly, the Golden Birdwing Butterfly is considered endangered due to habitat loss and fragmentation, overcollection for the international trade market, and climate change. Efforts are being made by various organizations to protect and conserve this magnificent creature and its habitat. 5. Appreciation: The Ornithoptera croesus is a testament to the beauty and diversity of the natural world. Its intricate wing patterns and vibrant colors serve as a reminder of the importance of preserving the delicate balance of ecosystems and the unique creatures that inhabit them. This image is a celebration of the natural world's splendor and a reminder of the responsibility we have to protect and cherish it for future generations.
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