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Mourning Cloak

Nymphalis antiopa

Critically Endangered

About

Mourning Cloak (Nymphalis antiopa) is classified as Critically Endangered (CR) on the IUCN Red List. Facing an extremely high risk of extinction in the wild due to severe population decline and habitat loss.

Habitat & Distribution

Found across multiple habitat types including temperate broadleaf and mixed forests, temperate coniferous forests, and boreal forests and taiga, among 9 distinct biome types within the Palearctic biogeographic realm. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

Found across Europe (39 countries) and North America (Canada, United States). Currently classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

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Conservation Status

CR Critically Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (प्राणी)

Phylum

Arthropoda (सन्धिपाद)

Class

Insecta (कीट)

Order

Lepidoptera (शल्कपंखी गण)

Family

Nymphalidae (Brush-footed Butterflies)

Genus

Nymphalis

Species

Nymphalis antiopa (Mourning Cloak)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish antiopa

French morio

German Trauermantel

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Mourning Cloak?

The scientific name of Mourning Cloak is Nymphalis antiopa. It belongs to the genus Nymphalis.

What is the conservation status of Mourning Cloak?

Mourning Cloak (Nymphalis antiopa) is classified as Critically Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Mourning Cloak live?

Mourning Cloak is found in Found across Europe (39 countries) and North America (Canada, United States). Currently classified as Critically 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, Canada, Croatia, Czech Republic.

What family does Mourning Cloak belong to?

Mourning Cloak (Nymphalis antiopa) belongs to the genus Nymphalis, which is part of the taxonomic family Nymphalidae.

Is Mourning Cloak endangered?

Yes, Mourning Cloak (Nymphalis antiopa) is classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Mourning Cloak belong to?

Mourning Cloak (Nymphalis antiopa) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (प्राणी).

What are the closest relatives of Mourning Cloak?

The closest relatives of Mourning Cloak in the genus Nymphalis include large tortoiseshell.