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Saltern Dwarf

Elachista scirpi

Vulnerable

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in virtually all terrestrial and freshwater habitats.

Distributed across Belgium, Denmark, Norway, and Sweden. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇩🇰 Denmark

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (animal)

Phylum

Arthropoda (arthropodes)

Class

Insecta (insecte)

Order

Lepidoptera (Butterflies & Moths)

Species

Elachista scirpi (Saltern Dwarf)

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Elachista subalbidella

Least Concern

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Field Dwarf

Elachista consortella

Elachista luticomella

Least Concern

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Black-headed Dwarf

Elachista atricomella

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Saltern Dwarf?

The scientific name of Saltern Dwarf is Elachista scirpi. It belongs to the genus Elachista.

What is the conservation status of Saltern Dwarf?

Saltern Dwarf (Elachista scirpi) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Saltern Dwarf live?

Saltern Dwarf is found in Distributed across Belgium, Denmark, Norway, and Sweden. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Sweden.

What family does Saltern Dwarf belong to?

Saltern Dwarf (Elachista scirpi) belongs to the genus Elachista, which is part of the taxonomic family Elachistidae.

Is Saltern Dwarf endangered?

Yes, Saltern Dwarf (Elachista scirpi) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Saltern Dwarf belong to?

Saltern Dwarf (Elachista scirpi) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (animal).

What are the closest relatives of Saltern Dwarf?

The closest relatives of Saltern Dwarf in the genus Elachista include Brown-barred Dwarf, Buff Dwarf, Field Dwarf, Fen Dwarf, Swan-feather Dwarf.