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Balkan Heath

Coenonympha orientalis

Vulnerable

About

The Balkan Heath (Coenonympha orientalis) is a species in the genus Coenonympha. It is currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List. Inhabits Mediterranean forests and woodlands within the Palearctic biogeographic realm. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

Habitat & Distribution

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

Distributed across Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Greece, Montenegro, and Serbia. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

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Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (प्राणी)

Phylum

Arthropoda (सन्धिपाद)

Class

Insecta (कीट)

Order

Lepidoptera (शल्कपंखी गण)

Family

Nymphalidae (Brush-footed Butterflies)

Genus

Coenonympha

Species

Coenonympha orientalis (Balkan Heath)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Balkan Heath?

The scientific name of Balkan Heath is Coenonympha orientalis. It belongs to the genus Coenonympha.

What is the conservation status of Balkan Heath?

Balkan Heath (Coenonympha orientalis) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Balkan Heath live?

Balkan Heath is found in Distributed across Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Greece, Montenegro, and Serbia. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Greece, Montenegro, Serbia.

What family does Balkan Heath belong to?

Balkan Heath (Coenonympha orientalis) belongs to the genus Coenonympha, which is part of the taxonomic family Nymphalidae.

Is Balkan Heath endangered?

Yes, Balkan Heath (Coenonympha orientalis) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Balkan Heath belong to?

Balkan Heath (Coenonympha orientalis) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (प्राणी).

What are the closest relatives of Balkan Heath?

The closest relatives of Balkan Heath in the genus Coenonympha include Cretan Small Heath, small heath, Corsican Heath, Common Ringlet, False Ringlet.