There are almost 1 million species of insects in the world, according to the Oswaldo Cruz Foundation (Fiocruz), and each one has its own characteristics that make them unique. However, there are some that stand out in the eyes of the beholder due to their beauty. To find out about some of the insects and species that are considered the most beautiful in the world, continue reading this text.
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Insects, in general, are beautiful, each in their own way. With such a great diversity of animals in this category, the species have different textures, colors, shapes and different sizes. With that, check out the list of some of the cutest insects ever.
1. Queen of Madagascar
Chrysiridia rhipheusa is the scientific name of the Queen of Madagascar moth, famous for its black color with fluorescent shades of green and pink. It is considered one of the most colorful and enigmatic invertebrates in the world. As the name implies, this insect originates from the island of Madagascar and can only be found there.
2. blue dragonfly
Among the main factors that draw attention to the blue dragonfly are its blue color and size, which can measure more than 30 millimeters in length. This dragonfly is normally found in Europe and Asia. A fascinating fact is that dragonflies can rotate 360 degrees without having to turn their heads.
3. acraga coa
A species of moth, the acraga coa it actually draws attention during its larval stage, known as the jewel caterpillar. They can be found in Mexico, Honduras, Belize, Guatemala, El Salvador, Panama and Costa Rica, and there is conclusive research on why they have an orange or even transparent color. What researchers believe is that this is a defense mechanism against predators.
4. pink moth
Due to its perfect color combination, the pink moth is considered one of the most beautiful insects in the world. She is from the South American region, that is, she can be seen in Brazil as well. An interesting effect of this species is that male pink moths can be distinguished from females by their intense amber coloration.
