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Gomphe à forceps

Onychogomphus forcipatus

Near Threatened

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Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in virtually all terrestrial and freshwater habitats.

Distributed across Belgium, Denmark, Luxembourg, Norway, and Sweden. 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 (animal)

Phylum

Arthropoda (arthropodes)

Species

Onychogomphus forcipatus (Gomphe à forceps)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Alguacil-pinzas

French Gomphe à forceps

German Kleine Zangenlibelle

Similar Species in Onychogomphus

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Gomphe à Crochets

Onychogomphus uncatus

Onychogomphus flexuosus

Onychogomphus lefebvrii

Least Concern

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Dark Pincertail

Onychogomphus assimilis

Vulnerable

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Levant Pincertail

Onychogomphus macrodon

Vulnerable

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Gomphe à forceps?

The scientific name of Gomphe à forceps is Onychogomphus forcipatus. It belongs to the genus Onychogomphus.

What is the conservation status of Gomphe à forceps?

Gomphe à forceps (Onychogomphus forcipatus) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Gomphe à forceps live?

Gomphe à forceps is found in Distributed across Belgium, Denmark, Luxembourg, Norway, and Sweden. Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.. Countries include Belgium, Denmark, Luxembourg, Norway, Sweden.

What family does Gomphe à forceps belong to?

Gomphe à forceps (Onychogomphus forcipatus) belongs to the genus Onychogomphus, which is part of the taxonomic family Gomphidae.

What kingdom does Gomphe à forceps belong to?

Gomphe à forceps (Onychogomphus forcipatus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (animal).

What are the closest relatives of Gomphe à forceps?

The closest relatives of Gomphe à forceps in the genus Onychogomphus include Gomphe à Crochets, Gomphe de Coste, Dark Pincertail, Cazuma Pincertail, Pale Pincertail.