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Biology is both exciting and unique. Monday through Friday, I'll post an interesting biology fact. From bacteria to mammals, we'll explore the exciting world of biology. If you have a suggestion, send email to Regina. For current facts, please see the Did You Know? page.




Wednesday, September 1, 1999

Did you know that...

the Queen Alexandra's birdwing butterfly (Ornithoptera alexandrae) of New Guinea has the largest wingspan of any insect in the world? It has a wingspan of 12.5 inches.


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