Roseate Skimmer

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in virtually all terrestrial and freshwater habitats.

Distributed across Colombia and United States.

🇺🇸 United States 🇨🇴 Colombia

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Tier)

Phylum

Arthropoda (Gliederfüßer)

Class

Insecta (Insekten)

Order

Odonata (Libellen)

Family

Libellulidae

Genus

Orthemis

Species

Orthemis ferruginea (Roseate Skimmer)

Similar Species in Orthemis

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Yellow-lined Skimmer

Orthemis biolleyi

Least Concern

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Carmine Skimmer

Orthemis discolor

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Roseate Skimmer?

The scientific name of Roseate Skimmer is Orthemis ferruginea. It belongs to the genus Orthemis.

What is the conservation status of Roseate Skimmer?

Roseate Skimmer (Orthemis ferruginea) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Roseate Skimmer live?

Roseate Skimmer is found in Distributed across Colombia and United States.. Countries include Colombia, United States.

What family does Roseate Skimmer belong to?

Roseate Skimmer (Orthemis ferruginea) belongs to the genus Orthemis, which is part of the taxonomic family Libellulidae.

Is Roseate Skimmer endangered?

No, Roseate Skimmer (Orthemis ferruginea) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Roseate Skimmer belong to?

Roseate Skimmer (Orthemis ferruginea) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Tier).

What are the closest relatives of Roseate Skimmer?

The closest relatives of Roseate Skimmer in the genus Orthemis include Yellow-lined Skimmer, Carmine Skimmer.