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esmaltada espinosa

Plebejus argus

Endangered

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La mariposa azul abrochada (Plebejus argus) esta clasificada como En Peligro (EN) en la Lista Roja de la UICN. Con alto riesgo de extincion en estado silvestre, con un significativo declive poblacional y amenazas continuas para su supervivencia.

Habitat & Distribution

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

Found across Europe (39 countries). Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

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Conservation Status

EN Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Animals)

Phylum

Arthropoda (artrópodos)

Class

Insecta (insecto)

Order

Lepidoptera (Butterflies & Moths)

Species

Plebejus argus (esmaltada espinosa)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish esmaltada espinosa

French Azuré de l'ajonc

German Argusbläuling

Similar Species in Plebejus

Plebejus argyrognomon

Critically Endangered

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of esmaltada espinosa?

The scientific name of esmaltada espinosa is Plebejus argus. It belongs to the genus Plebejus.

What is the conservation status of esmaltada espinosa?

esmaltada espinosa (Plebejus argus) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does esmaltada espinosa live?

esmaltada espinosa is found in Found across Europe (39 countries). Currently classified as Endangered 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 esmaltada espinosa belong to?

esmaltada espinosa (Plebejus argus) belongs to the genus Plebejus, which is part of the taxonomic family Lycaenidae.

Is esmaltada espinosa endangered?

Yes, esmaltada espinosa (Plebejus argus) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does esmaltada espinosa belong to?

esmaltada espinosa (Plebejus argus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of esmaltada espinosa?

The closest relatives of esmaltada espinosa in the genus Plebejus include Arctic Blue, Reverdin'S Blue.