Antillean Spreadwing vs Cape fox
Lestes spumarius compared with Vulpes chama
Taxonomic Classification
| Rank | Antillean Spreadwing | Cape fox |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom same | Animalia (Animals) | Animalia (Animals) |
| Phylum | Arthropoda (Arthropods) | Chordata (Chordates) |
| Class | Insecta (Insects) | Mammalia (Mammals) |
| Order | Odonata (Odonata) | Carnivora (Carnivorans) |
| Family | Lestidae | Canidae (Dogs & Wolves) |
| Genus | Lestes | Vulpes (Foxes) |
| Species | Lestes spumarius | Vulpes chama |
Evolutionary Relationship
Antillean Spreadwing and Cape fox share a common ancestor at the Kingdom level: Animalia. (Animals)
Conservation Status
Antillean Spreadwing
LC — Least ConcernCape fox
LC — Least ConcernPhysical Characteristics
| Attribute | Antillean Spreadwing | Cape fox |
|---|---|---|
| Diet | — | — |
| Average Lifespan | — | — |
| Average Length | — | — |
| Average Weight | — | — |
Habitat & Geographic Range
Antillean Spreadwing
Typically found in virtually all terrestrial and freshwater habitats.
Found in United States.
Cape fox
Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.
Antillean Spreadwing
The Antillean Spreadwing (Lestes spumarius) is a species in the genus Lestes. It is currently classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. Typically found in virtually all terrestrial and freshwater habitats.
Cape fox
The Cape fox (Vulpes chama) is a species in the genus Vulpes. It is currently classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.
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