NE Herbivore Rainforests
Up to 0.028 g
Weight
1–2 yrs
Lifespan
N/A
Top Speed
Central and South America
Found In
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.
Size, Speed & Lifespan
| Metric | Blue Morpho Butterfly | Herbivore Species Median | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weight | 0.0 kg | 110 kg | ↓ 100% |
| Height | 15 cm | — | — |
| Lifespan | 1.5 yrs | 22.5 yrs | ↓ 93% |
Endemic to Central and South America
Habitat: Rainforests
Found In: Central and South America
Coloration: Blue
Behavior
Natural Predators
Social Structure
Recorded as Solitary.
Conservation Notes
NE Listed as Not Evaluated on the IUCN Red List — one of 15 species in this database with the same status.
Weight Rank Among Not Evaluated Species
Ranked #5 of 15 by typical adult weight.
| # | Species | Weight | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| 6 | Brazilian Wandering Spider | Up to 6 g | NE |
| 7 | Clownfish | 50–300 g | NE |
| 8 | Japanese Giant Hornet | Up to 6 g | NE |