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Black-headed Gold

Micropterix mansuetella

Least Concern

About

The Black-headed Gold (Micropterix mansuetella) is a species in the genus Micropterix. 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.

Distributed across Belgium, Denmark, Norway, and Sweden.

🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇩🇰 Denmark

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (animal)

Phylum

Arthropoda (arthropodes)

Class

Insecta (insecte)

Order

Lepidoptera (Butterflies & Moths)

Species

Micropterix mansuetella (Black-headed Gold)

Names in Other Languages

German Riedgras-Urfalter

Similar Species in Micropterix

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Plain Gold

Micropterix calthella

Least Concern

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Yellow-barred Gold

Micropterix aureatella

Least Concern

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White-barred Gold

Micropterix aruncella

Vulnerable

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Red-barred Gold

Micropterix tunbergella

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Black-headed Gold?

The scientific name of Black-headed Gold is Micropterix mansuetella. It belongs to the genus Micropterix.

What is the conservation status of Black-headed Gold?

Black-headed Gold (Micropterix mansuetella) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Black-headed Gold live?

Black-headed Gold is found in Distributed across Belgium, Denmark, Norway, and Sweden.. Countries include Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Sweden.

What family does Black-headed Gold belong to?

Black-headed Gold (Micropterix mansuetella) belongs to the genus Micropterix, which is part of the taxonomic family Micropterigidae.

Is Black-headed Gold endangered?

No, Black-headed Gold (Micropterix mansuetella) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Black-headed Gold belong to?

Black-headed Gold (Micropterix mansuetella) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (animal).

What are the closest relatives of Black-headed Gold?

The closest relatives of Black-headed Gold in the genus Micropterix include Plain Gold, Yellow-barred Gold, White-barred Gold, Red-barred Gold.