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Azuré des cytises

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 (animal)
Phylum
Arthropoda (arthropodes)
Class
Insecta (insecte)
Order
Lepidoptera (Butterflies & Moths)
Family
Lycaenidae
Genus
Glaucopsyche
Species
Glaucopsyche alexis (Azuré des cytises)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish alexis
French Azuré des cytises
German Alexisbläuling

Similar Species in Glaucopsyche

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Azuré à ocelles noirs
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 Azuré des cytises?
The scientific name of Azuré des cytises is Glaucopsyche alexis. It belongs to the genus Glaucopsyche.
What is the conservation status of Azuré des cytises?
Azuré des cytises (Glaucopsyche alexis) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Azuré des cytises live?
Azuré des cytises 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 Azuré des cytises belong to?
Azuré des cytises (Glaucopsyche alexis) belongs to the genus Glaucopsyche, which is part of the taxonomic family Lycaenidae.
What kingdom does Azuré des cytises belong to?
Azuré des cytises (Glaucopsyche alexis) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (animal).
What are the closest relatives of Azuré des cytises?
The closest relatives of Azuré des cytises in the genus Glaucopsyche include Azuré à ocelles noirs, Paphos Blue.

Native Range — 37 Countries

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Genus Glaucopsyche — 3 Species

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Azuré à ocelles noirs
Glaucopsyche melanops
LC
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Azuré des cytises
Glaucopsyche alexis
NT
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Paphos Blue
Glaucopsyche paphos
LC
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