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Small Emerald Spreadwing

Lestes virens

Near Threatened

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in virtually all terrestrial and freshwater habitats.

Distributed across Belgium, Denmark, Luxembourg, and Sweden. Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.

🇸🇪 Sweden 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇱🇺 Luxembourg

Conservation Status

NT Near Threatened

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (حيوانات)

Phylum

Arthropoda (مفصليات الأرجل)

Species

Lestes virens (Small Emerald Spreadwing)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Lestes menor

French Leste Verdoyant

German Kleine Binsenjungfer

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Lestes unguiculatus

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Small Emerald Spreadwing?

The scientific name of Small Emerald Spreadwing is Lestes virens. It belongs to the genus Lestes.

What is the conservation status of Small Emerald Spreadwing?

Small Emerald Spreadwing (Lestes virens) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Small Emerald Spreadwing live?

Small Emerald Spreadwing is found in Distributed across Belgium, Denmark, Luxembourg, and Sweden. Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.. Countries include Belgium, Denmark, Luxembourg, Sweden.

What family does Small Emerald Spreadwing belong to?

Small Emerald Spreadwing (Lestes virens) belongs to the genus Lestes, which is part of the taxonomic family Lestidae.

What kingdom does Small Emerald Spreadwing belong to?

Small Emerald Spreadwing (Lestes virens) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (حيوانات).

What are the closest relatives of Small Emerald Spreadwing?

The closest relatives of Small Emerald Spreadwing in the genus Lestes include Algerian Spreadwing, Antillean Spreadwing, Swamp Spreadwing, Common Spreadwing, Emerald Spreadwing.