Butterflies are winged insects belonging to the insect order Lepidoptera. Here are 7 of the most beautiful butterflies from across the world.
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Red Tip Butterfly: Found in parts of Africa, the majestic butterfly is easily identified by the red colour in the tip of its wings.
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Monarch Butterfly: The orange and black livery of Monarch Butterfly makes it instantly recognisable. It migrates thousands of kilometres from Central America to Mexico.
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Sunset Moth: Considered one of the most impressive and appealing butterflies, Sunset Moth is originally from Madagascar.
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Blue Morpho Butterfly: Found in the tropical regions of Central and South America, the Blue Morpho Butterfly is renowned for its 'aqua blue' wings.
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Apollo Butterfly: This unique butterfly belongs to the family Papilionidae. It is usually observed in Europe and Asia, in the high-altitude meadows.
Leafwing Butterfly: As the name suggests, the butterfly is known for its strong resemblance to a dead leaf when its wings are folded.
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Paper Kite Butterfly: Found in Southeast Asia, Paper Kite Butterfly has a wingspan of 12 to 14 cm.