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forest caterpillar hunter

Calosoma sycophanta

Critically Endangered

Habitat & Distribution

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

Found across Europe (5 countries) and North America (United States). Currently classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇺🇦 Ukraine 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇺🇸 United States

Conservation Status

CR Critically Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Animals)

Phylum

Arthropoda (artrópodos)

Class

Insecta (insecto)

Order

Coleoptera (coleópteros)

Species

Calosoma sycophanta (forest caterpillar hunter)

Names in Other Languages

German Großer Puppenräuber

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of forest caterpillar hunter?

The scientific name of forest caterpillar hunter is Calosoma sycophanta. It belongs to the genus Calosoma.

What is the conservation status of forest caterpillar hunter?

forest caterpillar hunter (Calosoma sycophanta) is classified as Critically Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does forest caterpillar hunter live?

forest caterpillar hunter is found in Found across Europe (5 countries) and North America (United States). Currently classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, Ukraine, United States.

What family does forest caterpillar hunter belong to?

forest caterpillar hunter (Calosoma sycophanta) belongs to the genus Calosoma, which is part of the taxonomic family Carabidae.

Is forest caterpillar hunter endangered?

Yes, forest caterpillar hunter (Calosoma sycophanta) is classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does forest caterpillar hunter belong to?

forest caterpillar hunter (Calosoma sycophanta) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of forest caterpillar hunter?

The closest relatives of forest caterpillar hunter in the genus Calosoma include Caterpillar-hunter.