The Top 10 Largest Insects in the World

Goliath Beetle: The Goliath Beetle is the largest insect in the world and can grow up to 11 cm long and weigh up to 100 grams.

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Titan Beetle: The Titan Beetle is the second-largest insect in the world and can grow up to 16.7 cm long.

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Atlas Moth: The Atlas Moth is the largest moth in the world and can have a wingspan of up to 30 cm.

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Tarantula Hawk Wasp: The Tarantula Hawk Wasp is one of the largest wasps in the world and can grow up to 5 cm long.

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Giant Weta: The Giant Weta is one of the largest insects in the world and can weigh up to 70 grams.

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Queen Alexandra's Birdwing Butterfly: The Queen Alexandra's Birdwing Butterfly is the largest butterfly in the world and can have a wingspan of up to 30 cm.

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Stick Insect: The Stick Insect is one of the largest insects in the world and can grow up to 64 cm long.

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Longhorn Beetle: The Longhorn Beetle is one of the largest beetles in the world and can grow up to 25 cm long.

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Giant Water Bug: The Giant Water Bug is one of the largest insects in the world and can grow up to 11 cm long.

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