Namaqua Widow

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

Nymphalidae (Brush-footed Butterflies)

Genus

Tarsocera

Species

Tarsocera namaquensis (Namaqua Widow)

Similar Species in Tarsocera

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Deceptive Widow

Tarsocera imitator

Least Concern

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Sand-dune Widow

Tarsocera cassina

Least Concern

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Dickson's Widow

Tarsocera dicksoni

Least Concern

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Karoo Widow

Tarsocera fulvina

Least Concern

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Southey's Widow

Tarsocera southeyae

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Namaqua Widow?

The scientific name of Namaqua Widow is Tarsocera namaquensis. It belongs to the genus Tarsocera.

What is the conservation status of Namaqua Widow?

Namaqua Widow (Tarsocera namaquensis) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

What family does Namaqua Widow belong to?

Namaqua Widow (Tarsocera namaquensis) belongs to the genus Tarsocera, which is part of the taxonomic family Nymphalidae.

Is Namaqua Widow endangered?

No, Namaqua Widow (Tarsocera namaquensis) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Namaqua Widow belong to?

Namaqua Widow (Tarsocera namaquensis) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Tier).

What are the closest relatives of Namaqua Widow?

The closest relatives of Namaqua Widow in the genus Tarsocera include Deceptive Widow, Sand-dune Widow, Dickson's Widow, Karoo Widow, Southey's Widow.