World's Largest Flying Water Insect Can Cover an Adult Human Face

Warning: Don't read this right before going to bed. The largest flying aquatic insect on record was discovered in China's Sichuan province. The specimen was delivered to the Insect Museum of West China and determined to be a larger version of the dobsonfly. See also: 14 Creepy Medieval Beasts That Look Nothing Like Real Animals The creature has a wingspan of 8.27 inches. With its wings fully extended, this giant dobsonfly can completely cover an adult human face. Image: China News Service Zhong ...