The Ornithoptera alexandrae, more commonly known as Queen Alexandra's Birdwing, is a magnificent butterfly species native to the tropical rainforests of Papua New Guinea. This remarkable butterfly holds the title of the largest butterfly in the world, with females boasting wingspans of up to 25 centimeters (almost 10 inches) and males slightly smaller but equally striking.
Linking Saturday Critter
This past week has been relatively calm for me, though I have found it quite challenging to regain my focus on work. My exercise routine has also suffered as a result. Curiously, I have yet to make a New Year's resolution for 2025. I have resumed reading a Chinese novel in the science fiction genre, despite my usual preference for science fiction in English.
The weekend promises to be quite warm. Joel and I are planning a visit to the National Gallery of Victoria for some bokeh photography. However, Joel's primary objective is to visit the Vietnamese dessert shop in North part of Melbourne's CBD afterwards—such a typical move on his part.
...a lovely capture of a beautiful critter.
ReplyDeleteI will need to do more critter shots as I am running out of stock
DeleteQueen Alexandra's Birdwing is an extraordinary and beautiful butterfly. It must be quite an experience to have one of those flying nearby.
ReplyDeleteActually I was only watching out for something to "macro". Otherwise I would have not noticed at all
DeleteThat butterfly is beautiful. Butterflies are such magical creatures.
ReplyDeleteWonder of nature
DeleteWhat a beauty!
ReplyDeleteFabulous, both the focus and the bokeh are georgeous.
ReplyDeleteBokeh is not as creamy as I would have liked
DeleteBuena macro. Si no dices el tamaño no se detecta la envergadura real de la mariposa.
ReplyDeleteYeah, hard to miss in the wilderness like clueless me
DeleteBeautiful photo. Happy reading.
ReplyDeleteIt is a pleasure
DeleteStunning :-D
ReplyDeleteEnjoy your time :-D
Yeah, more "sampling" for photos
DeleteUna mariposa que por lo que nos dices no solo hace fijarse en ella por su belleza también por su tamaño.
ReplyDeleteSaludos.
It does not stop still
DeleteThe butterfly is amazing! Hand painted by God!! And such a sharp, clear shot as well. You speak and read Chinese as well as English?? I am so impressed!!
ReplyDeleteI did not know this until I scan it with phone AI
DeleteThe butterfly is so beautiful. I imagine there are many beautiful butterflies and birds in PNG.
ReplyDeleteThis is lovely!
ReplyDeleteAmazing butterfly.
ReplyDeleteSnow storm here. Reading two books, but very slowly. And here is a unusual fact, I am yet to go for a photo walk this year. Amazing butterfly, also.
ReplyDeleteWOW! Incredible!
ReplyDeleteUna aproximación fantástica a esa mariposa tan colorida y bella.
ReplyDeleteUn abrazo.
beautifully
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful butterfly. It is actually unfathomable what nature is all capable of if given time. Something we as humans have a hard time understanding.
ReplyDeleteWow, a gorgeous butterfly. The colors are beautiful. Great photo.
ReplyDeleteThank you for linking up and sharing your post. Take care, have a great weekend. PS, thank you for leaving me a comment.
The Queen Alexandra's Birdwing is truly magnificent!
ReplyDeleteLooks awesome
ReplyDeleteThe butterfly is so intricate, it doesn't look real! It's so colorful and sharp. I haven't gotten excited about resolutions yet but I need to get back outside and walk! Happy weekend!
ReplyDeleteThis is an absolute dazzler. The colors are shockingly beautiful.
ReplyDeleteA gorgeous butterfly and so large!
ReplyDeleteHello :)
ReplyDeleteGorgeous photo of this magnificent and most beautiful creature.
Es preciosa, me gustó verla. Un beso.
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