Southern Birdwing

Published on 09 Apr 2025

•  India’s second largest butterfly species, the Southern Birdwing (Troides minos), has been found in the Madurai district of Tamil Nadu. 
• With a wingspan of 190 mm, it was considered India’s largest butterfly from 1932 until 2020, when it was surpassed by the Golden Birdwing, which has a wingspan of 194 mm.
•  The Golden Birdwing is primarily found in the Himalayan region, while the Southern Birdwing inhabits the Western and Eastern Ghats.
• IUCN status: Least Concern

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Southern Birdwing Butterfly Wildlife Conservation