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Kleiner Blaupfeil

Orthetrum coerulescens

Vulnerable

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Keeled Skimmer (Orthetrum coerulescens) is classified as Vulnerable (VU) on the IUCN Red List. Facing a high risk of endangerment in the wild, with declining populations and increasing habitat pressure.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in virtually all terrestrial and freshwater habitats.

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

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Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Tier)

Phylum

Arthropoda (Gliederfüßer)

Species

Orthetrum coerulescens (Kleiner Blaupfeil)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Libélula cobalto

French Orthétrum Bleuissant

German Kleiner Blaupfeil

Similar Species in Orthetrum

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Gelbader-Blaupfeil

Orthetrum nitidinerve

Near Threatened

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Grosser Blaupfeil

Orthetrum cancellatum

Orthetrum chrysostigma

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Kleiner Blaupfeil?

The scientific name of Kleiner Blaupfeil is Orthetrum coerulescens. It belongs to the genus Orthetrum.

What is the conservation status of Kleiner Blaupfeil?

Kleiner Blaupfeil (Orthetrum coerulescens) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Kleiner Blaupfeil live?

Kleiner Blaupfeil is found in Distributed across Belgium, Denmark, Luxembourg, Norway, and Sweden. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Belgium, Denmark, Luxembourg, Norway, Sweden.

What family does Kleiner Blaupfeil belong to?

Kleiner Blaupfeil (Orthetrum coerulescens) belongs to the genus Orthetrum, which is part of the taxonomic family Libellulidae.

Is Kleiner Blaupfeil endangered?

Yes, Kleiner Blaupfeil (Orthetrum coerulescens) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Kleiner Blaupfeil belong to?

Kleiner Blaupfeil (Orthetrum coerulescens) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Tier).

What are the closest relatives of Kleiner Blaupfeil?

The closest relatives of Kleiner Blaupfeil in the genus Orthetrum include Gelbader-Blaupfeil, Grosser Blaupfeil, Langer Blaupfeil, Östlicher Blaupfeil, Rahmstreif-Blaupfeil.