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grand mars changeant

Apatura iris

Endangered

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purple emperor (Apatura iris) is classified as Endangered (EN) on the IUCN Red List. At high risk of extinction in the wild, with significant population decline and ongoing threats to survival.

Habitat & Distribution

Inhabits temperate broadleaf and mixed forests and Mediterranean forests and woodlands within the Palearctic biogeographic realm. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

Found across Europe (37 countries). Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

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Conservation Status

EN Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (animal)

Phylum

Arthropoda (arthropodes)

Class

Insecta (insecte)

Order

Lepidoptera (Butterflies & Moths)

Family

Nymphalidae (Brush-footed Butterflies)

Genus

Apatura

Species

Apatura iris (grand mars changeant)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish tornasolada

French grand mars changeant

German Großer Schillerfalter

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of grand mars changeant?

The scientific name of grand mars changeant is Apatura iris. It belongs to the genus Apatura.

What is the conservation status of grand mars changeant?

grand mars changeant (Apatura iris) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does grand mars changeant live?

grand mars changeant is found in Found across Europe (37 countries). Currently classified as 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 grand mars changeant belong to?

grand mars changeant (Apatura iris) belongs to the genus Apatura, which is part of the taxonomic family Nymphalidae.

Is grand mars changeant endangered?

Yes, grand mars changeant (Apatura iris) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does grand mars changeant belong to?

grand mars changeant (Apatura iris) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (animal).

What are the closest relatives of grand mars changeant?

The closest relatives of grand mars changeant in the genus Apatura include petit mars changeant.