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argus frêle

Cupido minimus

Near Threatened

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small blue (Cupido minimus) is classified as Near Threatened (NT) on the IUCN Red List. Close to qualifying as threatened, with populations that may become vulnerable without conservation action.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in virtually all terrestrial and freshwater habitats.

Found across Europe (39 countries). 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

Cupido minimus (argus frêle)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish duende menor

French argus frêle

German Zwergbläuling

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of argus frêle?

The scientific name of argus frêle is Cupido minimus. It belongs to the genus Cupido.

What is the conservation status of argus frêle?

argus frêle (Cupido minimus) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.

Where does argus frêle live?

argus frêle is found in Found across Europe (39 countries). Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.. Countries include Albania, Andorra, Austria, Belarus, Belgium, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark.

What family does argus frêle belong to?

argus frêle (Cupido minimus) belongs to the genus Cupido, which is part of the taxonomic family Lycaenidae.

What kingdom does argus frêle belong to?

argus frêle (Cupido minimus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (animal).

What are the closest relatives of argus frêle?

The closest relatives of argus frêle in the genus Cupido include Azuré grenadin.