Lesser-horned Swift

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in virtually all terrestrial and freshwater habitats.

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Tier)

Phylum

Arthropoda (Gliederfüßer)

Class

Insecta (Insekten)

Order

Lepidoptera (Schmetterlinge)

Family

Hesperiidae

Genus

Borbo

Species

Borbo lugens (Lesser-horned Swift)

Similar Species in Borbo

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Twin Swift

Borbo gemella

Least Concern

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Olive-haired Swift

Borbo borbonica

Not Evaluated

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False Swift

Borbo fallax

Least Concern

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Rusty Swift

Borbo detecta

Least Concern

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Marsh Swift

Borbo micans

Least Concern

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Ferrous Swift

Borbo ferruginea

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Lesser-horned Swift?

The scientific name of Lesser-horned Swift is Borbo lugens. It belongs to the genus Borbo.

What is the conservation status of Lesser-horned Swift?

Lesser-horned Swift (Borbo lugens) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

What family does Lesser-horned Swift belong to?

Lesser-horned Swift (Borbo lugens) belongs to the genus Borbo, which is part of the taxonomic family Hesperiidae.

Is Lesser-horned Swift endangered?

No, Lesser-horned Swift (Borbo lugens) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Lesser-horned Swift belong to?

Lesser-horned Swift (Borbo lugens) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Tier).

What are the closest relatives of Lesser-horned Swift?

The closest relatives of Lesser-horned Swift in the genus Borbo include Twin Swift, Olive-haired Swift, False Swift, Rusty Swift, Marsh Swift.