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doncella oscura

Melitaea diamina

Vulnerable

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Habitat & Distribution

Inhabits Mediterranean forests and woodlands within the Palearctic biogeographic realm. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

Found across Europe (35 countries). Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

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Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Animals)

Phylum

Arthropoda (artrópodos)

Class

Insecta (insecto)

Order

Lepidoptera (Butterflies & Moths)

Family

Nymphalidae (Brush-footed Butterflies)

Genus

Melitaea

Species

Melitaea diamina (doncella oscura)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish doncella oscura

French damier noir

German Baldrian Scheckenfalter

Similar Species in Melitaea

doncella del gordolobo

Critically Endangered

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of doncella oscura?

The scientific name of doncella oscura is Melitaea diamina. It belongs to the genus Melitaea.

What is the conservation status of doncella oscura?

doncella oscura (Melitaea diamina) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

Where does doncella oscura live?

doncella oscura is found in Found across Europe (35 countries). Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Albania, Andorra, Austria, Belarus, Belgium, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark.

What family does doncella oscura belong to?

doncella oscura (Melitaea diamina) belongs to the genus Melitaea, which is part of the taxonomic family Nymphalidae.

Is doncella oscura endangered?

Yes, doncella oscura (Melitaea diamina) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does doncella oscura belong to?

doncella oscura (Melitaea diamina) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of doncella oscura?

The closest relatives of doncella oscura in the genus Melitaea include Deione, doncella del gordolobo, doncella del sur, doncella didima, doncella mayor.