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Kräuterdieb

Ptinus fur

Least Concern

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Habitat & Distribution

Found across multiple habitat types including temperate coniferous forests, montane grasslands and shrublands, and deserts and xeric shrublands within the Palearctic biogeographic realm. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

Widely distributed across Asia (4 countries), Europe (38 countries), and North America (Canada, United States).

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Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Tier)

Phylum

Arthropoda (Gliederfüßer)

Species

Ptinus fur (Kräuterdieb)

Names in Other Languages

German Kräuterdieb

Similar Species in Ptinus

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Australian spider beetle

Ptinus tectus

Least Concern

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Warehouse spider beetle

Ptinus latro

Not Evaluated

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Eastern spider beetle

Six-spotted spider beetle

Ptinus sexpunctatus

Endangered

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Kräuterdieb?

The scientific name of Kräuterdieb is Ptinus fur. It belongs to the genus Ptinus.

What is the conservation status of Kräuterdieb?

Kräuterdieb (Ptinus fur) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Kräuterdieb live?

Kräuterdieb is found in Widely distributed across Asia (4 countries), Europe (38 countries), and North America (Canada, United States).. Countries include Albania, Andorra, Austria, Belarus, Belgium, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Canada, Croatia, Cyprus.

What family does Kräuterdieb belong to?

Kräuterdieb (Ptinus fur) belongs to the genus Ptinus, which is part of the taxonomic family Ptinidae.

Is Kräuterdieb endangered?

No, Kräuterdieb (Ptinus fur) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Kräuterdieb belong to?

Kräuterdieb (Ptinus fur) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Tier).

What are the closest relatives of Kräuterdieb?

The closest relatives of Kräuterdieb in the genus Ptinus include Warehouse spider beetle, Eastern spider beetle, Australian spider beetle, Hairy spider beetle, Six-spotted spider beetle.