At just Up to 0.028 g, the Blue Morpho Butterfly is one of the lightest herbivore species (#56 of 57). Found in Central and South America, it inhabits rainforests habitats.
Physical Characteristics & Habitat
Size & Speed
| Metric | Blue Morpho Butterfly | Herbivore Species Median | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weight | 0.0 kg | 110 kg | ↓ 100% |
| Height | 15 cm | — | — |
Habitat & Distribution
The Blue Morpho Butterfly inhabits rainforests habitats. It can be found in Central and South America.
Typical coloring: Blue.
Diet & Predators
Behavior & Reproduction
Social Structure
The Blue Morpho Butterfly is a solitary species belonging to the Nymphalidae family.
Reproduction
Conservation & Comparison
IUCN Conservation Status
NE The Blue Morpho Butterfly is classified as Not Evaluated. There are 15 species with the same status in our database.
Species Comparison
Among 57 herbivore species, the Blue Morpho Butterfly’s weight of Up to 0.028 g is significantly lower than the group median of 110 kg.
Weight rank: #5 of 15 Not Evaluated species.
| # | Species | Weight | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Coelacanth | Up to 90 kg | NE |
| 2 | Arowana | Up to 6.7 kg | NE |
| 3 | Amazon Rainforest Frog | Up to 0.5 g | NE |
| 4 | Bearded Dragon | Up to 600 g | NE |
| 5 | Blue Morpho Butterfly | Up to 0.028 g | NE |
Related Species
How much does a Blue Morpho Butterfly weigh?
A Blue Morpho Butterfly typically weighs Up to 0.028 g, which is exceptionally low compared to the median of 110 kg among herbivore species.
What is the conservation status of the Blue Morpho Butterfly?
The Blue Morpho Butterfly is classified as “Not Evaluated”. There are 15 species with the same status in our database.
Where does the Blue Morpho Butterfly live?
The Blue Morpho Butterfly is found in Central and South America, in rainforests habitats.
Data Sources: IUCN, WWF, National Geographic, Smithsonian Institution.
Last Updated: April 10, 2026