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Piéride de la Moutarde

Leptidea sinapis

Near Threatened

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Wood White (Leptidea sinapis) 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 (40 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

Leptidea sinapis (Piéride de la Moutarde)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Blanca esbelta

French Piéride de la Moutarde

German Senfweißling

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Piéride de la Moutarde?

The scientific name of Piéride de la Moutarde is Leptidea sinapis. It belongs to the genus Leptidea.

What is the conservation status of Piéride de la Moutarde?

Piéride de la Moutarde (Leptidea sinapis) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Piéride de la Moutarde live?

Piéride de la Moutarde is found in Found across Europe (40 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 Piéride de la Moutarde belong to?

Piéride de la Moutarde (Leptidea sinapis) belongs to the genus Leptidea, which is part of the taxonomic family Pieridae.

What kingdom does Piéride de la Moutarde belong to?

Piéride de la Moutarde (Leptidea sinapis) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (animal).

What are the closest relatives of Piéride de la Moutarde?

The closest relatives of Piéride de la Moutarde in the genus Leptidea include Piéride de Réal, Piéride irlandaise, Fenton's Wood White, Eastern Wood White.