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falcaire

Falcaria vulgaris

Near Threatened

Habitat & Distribution

Inhabits Mediterranean forests and woodlands within the Palearctic biogeographic realm.

Widely distributed across Asia (Cyprus), Europe (15 countries), and North America (United States). 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)

Species

Falcaria vulgaris (falcaire)

Names in Other Languages

French falcaire

German Sichelmöhre

Similar Species in Falcaria

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lacertine

Falcaria lacertinaria

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of falcaire?

The scientific name of falcaire is Falcaria vulgaris. It belongs to the genus Falcaria.

What is the conservation status of falcaire?

falcaire (Falcaria vulgaris) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.

Where does falcaire live?

falcaire is found in Widely distributed across Asia (Cyprus), Europe (15 countries), and North America (United States). Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.. Countries include Belgium, Cyprus, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Ireland, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg.

What family does falcaire belong to?

falcaire (Falcaria vulgaris) belongs to the genus Falcaria, which is part of the taxonomic family Drepanidae.

What kingdom does falcaire belong to?

falcaire (Falcaria vulgaris) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (animal).

What are the closest relatives of falcaire?

The closest relatives of falcaire in the genus Falcaria include lacertine.