Violet Oil-beetle

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in virtually all terrestrial and freshwater habitats.

Distributed across Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, and Switzerland.

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Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Tier)

Phylum

Arthropoda (Gliederfüßer)

Class

Insecta (Insekten)

Order

Coleoptera (Käfer)

Family

Meloidae

Genus

Meloe

Species

Meloe violaceus (Violet Oil-beetle)

Similar Species in Meloe

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Schwarzblauer Ölkäfer

Meloe proscarabaeus

Endangered

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Violet Oil-beetle?

The scientific name of Violet Oil-beetle is Meloe violaceus. It belongs to the genus Meloe.

What is the conservation status of Violet Oil-beetle?

Violet Oil-beetle (Meloe violaceus) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Violet Oil-beetle live?

Violet Oil-beetle is found in Distributed across Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, and Switzerland.. Countries include Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, Switzerland.

What family does Violet Oil-beetle belong to?

Violet Oil-beetle (Meloe violaceus) belongs to the genus Meloe, which is part of the taxonomic family Meloidae.

Is Violet Oil-beetle endangered?

No, Violet Oil-beetle (Meloe violaceus) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Violet Oil-beetle belong to?

Violet Oil-beetle (Meloe violaceus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Tier).

What are the closest relatives of Violet Oil-beetle?

The closest relatives of Violet Oil-beetle in the genus Meloe include Schwarzblauer Ölkäfer.