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European Peacock

Aglais io

Least Concern

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European Peacock (Aglais io) is classified as Least Concern (LC) on the IUCN Red List. Widespread and abundant across its range, with stable populations and no immediate conservation concerns.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in virtually all terrestrial and freshwater habitats.

Found across Europe (41 countries) and North America (United States).

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Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (حيوانات)

Phylum

Arthropoda (مفصليات الأرجل)

Class

Insecta (حشرات)

Order

Lepidoptera (حرشفيات الأجنحة)

Family

Nymphalidae (Brush-footed Butterflies)

Genus

Aglais

Species

Aglais io (European Peacock)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish pavito

French Paon du jour

German Tagpfauenauge

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of European Peacock?

The scientific name of European Peacock is Aglais io. It belongs to the genus Aglais.

What is the conservation status of European Peacock?

European Peacock (Aglais io) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does European Peacock live?

European Peacock is found in Found across Europe (41 countries) and North America (United States).. Countries include Albania, Andorra, Austria, Belarus, Belgium, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark.

What family does European Peacock belong to?

European Peacock (Aglais io) belongs to the genus Aglais, which is part of the taxonomic family Nymphalidae.

Is European Peacock endangered?

No, European Peacock (Aglais io) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does European Peacock belong to?

European Peacock (Aglais io) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (حيوانات).

What are the closest relatives of European Peacock?

The closest relatives of European Peacock in the genus Aglais include small tortoiseshell.