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Buffalo Carpet Beetle

Anthrenus scrophulariae

Least Concern

About

The Buffalo Carpet Beetle (Anthrenus scrophulariae) is a species in the genus Anthrenus. It is currently classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. Typically found in virtually all terrestrial and freshwater habitats.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in virtually all terrestrial and freshwater habitats.

Found across Europe (6 countries) and North America (United States).

🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇫🇷 France 🇬🇧 United Kingdom 🇺🇸 United States 🇳🇱 Netherlands

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Animals)

Phylum

Arthropoda (artrópodos)

Class

Insecta (insecto)

Order

Coleoptera (coleópteros)

Species

Anthrenus scrophulariae (Buffalo Carpet Beetle)

Similar Species in Anthrenus

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Dermestid beetle

Anthrenus pimpinellae

Least Concern

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Furniture carpet beetle

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Buffalo Carpet Beetle?

The scientific name of Buffalo Carpet Beetle is Anthrenus scrophulariae. It belongs to the genus Anthrenus.

What is the conservation status of Buffalo Carpet Beetle?

Buffalo Carpet Beetle (Anthrenus scrophulariae) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Buffalo Carpet Beetle live?

Buffalo Carpet Beetle is found in Found across Europe (6 countries) and North America (United States).. Countries include Belgium, France, Netherlands, Norway, Sweden, United Kingdom, United States.

What family does Buffalo Carpet Beetle belong to?

Buffalo Carpet Beetle (Anthrenus scrophulariae) belongs to the genus Anthrenus, which is part of the taxonomic family Dermestidae.

Is Buffalo Carpet Beetle endangered?

No, Buffalo Carpet Beetle (Anthrenus scrophulariae) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Buffalo Carpet Beetle belong to?

Buffalo Carpet Beetle (Anthrenus scrophulariae) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Buffalo Carpet Beetle?

The closest relatives of Buffalo Carpet Beetle in the genus Anthrenus include Dermestid beetle, Furniture carpet beetle, Museum Beetle, Varied Carpet Beetle, Mill Carpet Beetle.