Broad-Bordered White Underwing vs Rotfuchs
Anarta melanopa compared with Vulpes vulpes
Taxonomic Classification
| Rank | Broad-Bordered White Underwing | Rotfuchs |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom same | Animalia (Tier) | Animalia (Tier) |
| Phylum | Arthropoda (Gliederfüßer) | Chordata (Chordatiere) |
| Class | Insecta (Insekten) | Mammalia (Säugetiere) |
| Order | Lepidoptera (Schmetterlinge) | Carnivora (Raubtiere) |
| Family | Noctuidae | Canidae (Dogs & Wolves) |
| Genus | Anarta | Vulpes (Foxes) |
| Species | Anarta melanopa | Vulpes vulpes |
Evolutionary Relationship
Broad-Bordered White Underwing and Rotfuchs share a common ancestor at the Kingdom level: Animalia. (Tier)
Conservation Status
Broad-Bordered White Underwing
LC — Least ConcernRotfuchs
LC — Least ConcernTrend: Stable →
Physical Characteristics
| Attribute | Broad-Bordered White Underwing | Rotfuchs |
|---|---|---|
| Diet | — | Omnivore |
| Average Lifespan | — | 5 years |
| Average Length | — | 70 cm |
| Average Weight | — | 6.0 kg |
Habitat & Geographic Range
Broad-Bordered White Underwing
Typically found in virtually all terrestrial and freshwater habitats.
Distributed across Norway and Sweden.
Rotfuchs
Typically found in a wide range of habitat types.
Widely distributed across Asia (Cyprus, Israel), Europe (8 countries), North America (United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia), and South America (Argentina).
Broad-Bordered White Underwing
The Broad-Bordered White Underwing (Anarta melanopa) is a species in the genus Anarta. It is currently classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. Typically found in virtually all terrestrial and freshwater habitats.
Rotfuchs
The most widespread wild carnivore on Earth, red foxes have colonized habitats from Arctic tundra to urban environments across the Northern Hemisphere and introduced ranges in Australia. Recognized by their russet coat, white belly, and bushy tail. Highly adaptable omnivores, red foxes eat everything from rabbits and voles to fruit and human refuse. They communicate with over 40 distinct vocalizations.
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