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alexis

Glaucopsyche alexis

Near Threatened

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in virtually all terrestrial and freshwater habitats.

Found across Europe (37 countries). Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.

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Conservation Status

NT Near Threatened

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom
Animalia (Animals)
Phylum
Arthropoda (artrópodos)
Class
Insecta (insecto)
Order
Lepidoptera (Butterflies & Moths)
Family
Lycaenidae
Genus
Glaucopsyche
Species
Glaucopsyche alexis (alexis)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish alexis
French Azuré des cytises
German Alexisbläuling

Similar Species in Glaucopsyche

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escamas azules
Glaucopsyche melanops
Least Concern
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Paphos Blue
Glaucopsyche paphos
Least Concern
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of alexis?
The scientific name of alexis is Glaucopsyche alexis. It belongs to the genus Glaucopsyche.
What is the conservation status of alexis?
alexis (Glaucopsyche alexis) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.
Where does alexis live?
alexis is found in Found across Europe (37 countries). Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.. Countries include Albania, Andorra, Austria, Belarus, Belgium, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark.
What family does alexis belong to?
alexis (Glaucopsyche alexis) belongs to the genus Glaucopsyche, which is part of the taxonomic family Lycaenidae.
What kingdom does alexis belong to?
alexis (Glaucopsyche alexis) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).
What are the closest relatives of alexis?
The closest relatives of alexis in the genus Glaucopsyche include escamas azules, Paphos Blue.

Native Range — 37 Countries

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Genus Glaucopsyche — 3 Species

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alexis
Glaucopsyche alexis
NT
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escamas azules
Glaucopsyche melanops
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Paphos Blue
Glaucopsyche paphos
LC
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