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sphinx bourdon

Hemaris tityus

Near Threatened

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in virtually all terrestrial and freshwater habitats.

Distributed across Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, and Ukraine. 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

Hemaris tityus (sphinx bourdon)

Names in Other Languages

French sphinx bourdon

German Skabiosenschwärmer

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of sphinx bourdon?

The scientific name of sphinx bourdon is Hemaris tityus. It belongs to the genus Hemaris.

What is the conservation status of sphinx bourdon?

sphinx bourdon (Hemaris tityus) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.

Where does sphinx bourdon live?

sphinx bourdon is found in Distributed across Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, and Ukraine. Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.. Countries include Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, Ukraine.

What family does sphinx bourdon belong to?

sphinx bourdon (Hemaris tityus) belongs to the genus Hemaris, which is part of the taxonomic family Sphingidae.

What kingdom does sphinx bourdon belong to?

sphinx bourdon (Hemaris tityus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (animal).

What are the closest relatives of sphinx bourdon?

The closest relatives of sphinx bourdon in the genus Hemaris include sphinx gazé.