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Banded Demoiselle

Calopteryx splendens

Least Concern

About

La caballito manchado (Calopteryx splendens) es una libélula de vistosos colores distribuida por Europa y Asia, cuyos machos tienen una distintiva mancha azul-violeta en las alas. Su estado de conservación es de preocupación menor (LC) y habita en ríos y arroyos de aguas claras y curso lento.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in virtually all terrestrial and freshwater habitats.

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

🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇱🇺 Luxembourg

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Animals)

Phylum

Arthropoda (artrópodos)

Species

Calopteryx splendens (Banded Demoiselle)

Names in Other Languages

French Caloptéryx Éclatant

German Gebänderte Prachtlibelle

Similar Species in Calopteryx

Calopteryx haemorrhoidalis

Least Concern

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Damisela occidental

Calopteryx xanthostoma

Glittering Demoiselle

Calopteryx aequabilis

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Banded Demoiselle?

The scientific name of Banded Demoiselle is Calopteryx splendens. It belongs to the genus Calopteryx.

What is the conservation status of Banded Demoiselle?

Banded Demoiselle (Calopteryx splendens) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Banded Demoiselle live?

Banded Demoiselle is found in Distributed across Belgium, Denmark, Luxembourg, Norway, and Sweden.. Countries include Belgium, Denmark, Luxembourg, Norway, Sweden.

What family does Banded Demoiselle belong to?

Banded Demoiselle (Calopteryx splendens) belongs to the genus Calopteryx, which is part of the taxonomic family Calopterygidae.

Is Banded Demoiselle endangered?

No, Banded Demoiselle (Calopteryx splendens) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Banded Demoiselle belong to?

Banded Demoiselle (Calopteryx splendens) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Banded Demoiselle?

The closest relatives of Banded Demoiselle in the genus Calopteryx include Damisela añil, Damisela cobriza, Damisela occidental, Superb Jewelwing, Glittering Demoiselle.