Photograph by:
Robert Nash, Curator of Entomology, Ulster Museum
Latin name:
Troides magellanus
Native to:
Southeast Asia and Australia
Plant Association:
Larvae feed on plants in the Aristolochiaceae family.
Interesting Fact:
The rear wings of the Magellan birdwing give an optical illusion. The gold color of the hind wings will change into a green or blue color at the right angle.