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Yellow-spotted Whiteface

Leucorrhinia pectoralis

Critically Endangered

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in virtually all terrestrial and freshwater habitats.

Distributed across Belgium, Denmark, Luxembourg, Norway, and Sweden. Currently classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇱🇺 Luxembourg

Conservation Status

CR Critically Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (حيوانات)

Phylum

Arthropoda (مفصليات الأرجل)

Species

Leucorrhinia pectoralis (Yellow-spotted Whiteface)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Libélula Cariblanca grande

French Leucorrhine à Gros Thorax

German Große Moosjungfer

Similar Species in Leucorrhinia

Leucorrhinia caudalis

Leucorrhinia rubicunda

Vulnerable

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Hudsonian Whiteface

Leucorrhinia hudsonica

Least Concern

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Crimson-ringed Whiteface

Leucorrhinia glacialis

Least Concern

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Dark Whiteface

Leucorrhinia albifrons

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Yellow-spotted Whiteface?

The scientific name of Yellow-spotted Whiteface is Leucorrhinia pectoralis. It belongs to the genus Leucorrhinia.

What is the conservation status of Yellow-spotted Whiteface?

Yellow-spotted Whiteface (Leucorrhinia pectoralis) is classified as Critically Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Yellow-spotted Whiteface live?

Yellow-spotted Whiteface is found in Distributed across Belgium, Denmark, Luxembourg, Norway, and Sweden. Currently classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Belgium, Denmark, Luxembourg, Norway, Sweden.

What family does Yellow-spotted Whiteface belong to?

Yellow-spotted Whiteface (Leucorrhinia pectoralis) belongs to the genus Leucorrhinia, which is part of the taxonomic family Libellulidae.

Is Yellow-spotted Whiteface endangered?

Yes, Yellow-spotted Whiteface (Leucorrhinia pectoralis) is classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Yellow-spotted Whiteface belong to?

Yellow-spotted Whiteface (Leucorrhinia pectoralis) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (حيوانات).

What are the closest relatives of Yellow-spotted Whiteface?

The closest relatives of Yellow-spotted Whiteface in the genus Leucorrhinia include Belted Whiteface, Small Whiteface, Lilypad Whiteface, Frosted Whiteface, Ruby Whiteface.