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grande tortue

Nymphalis polychloros

Critically Endangered

About

large tortoiseshell (Nymphalis polychloros) is classified as Critically Endangered (CR) on the IUCN Red List. Facing an extremely high risk of extinction in the wild due to severe population decline and habitat loss.

Habitat & Distribution

Found across multiple habitat types including temperate broadleaf and mixed forests, temperate coniferous forests, and boreal forests and taiga, among 9 distinct biome types 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 Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

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Conservation Status

CR Critically Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (animal)

Phylum

Arthropoda (arthropodes)

Class

Insecta (insecte)

Order

Lepidoptera (Butterflies & Moths)

Family

Nymphalidae (Brush-footed Butterflies)

Genus

Nymphalis

Species

Nymphalis polychloros (grande tortue)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish abigarrada del olmo

French grande tortue

German Großer Fuchs

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of grande tortue?

The scientific name of grande tortue is Nymphalis polychloros. It belongs to the genus Nymphalis.

What is the conservation status of grande tortue?

grande tortue (Nymphalis polychloros) is classified as Critically Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does grande tortue live?

grande tortue is found in Found across Europe (39 countries). Currently classified as Critically 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 grande tortue belong to?

grande tortue (Nymphalis polychloros) belongs to the genus Nymphalis, which is part of the taxonomic family Nymphalidae.

Is grande tortue endangered?

Yes, grande tortue (Nymphalis polychloros) is classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does grande tortue belong to?

grande tortue (Nymphalis polychloros) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (animal).

What are the closest relatives of grande tortue?

The closest relatives of grande tortue in the genus Nymphalis include morio.