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blackneck

Lygephila pastinum

Least Concern

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The Blackneck (Lygephila pastinum) is a species in the genus Lygephila. It is currently classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. Inhabits tropical and subtropical dry broadleaf forests within the Afrotropic biogeographic realm.

Habitat & Distribution

Inhabits tropical and subtropical dry broadleaf forests within the Afrotropic biogeographic realm.

Distributed across Belgium, Cabo Verde, Denmark, Norway, and Sweden.

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Names in Other Languages

French ophiuse de lastragale
German Nierenfleck-Wickeneule

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of blackneck?
The scientific name of blackneck is Lygephila pastinum. It belongs to the genus Lygephila.
What is the conservation status of blackneck?
blackneck (Lygephila pastinum) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.
Where does blackneck live?
blackneck is found in Distributed across Belgium, Cabo Verde, Denmark, Norway, and Sweden.. Countries include Belgium, Cabo Verde, Denmark, Norway, Sweden.
What family does blackneck belong to?
blackneck (Lygephila pastinum) belongs to the genus Lygephila, which is part of the taxonomic family Erebidae.
Is blackneck endangered?
No, blackneck (Lygephila pastinum) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.
What kingdom does blackneck belong to?
blackneck (Lygephila pastinum) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (hewan).
What are the closest relatives of blackneck?
The closest relatives of blackneck in the genus Lygephila include Scarce Blackneck.

Native Range — 5 Countries

Genus Lygephila — 2 Species

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Scarce Blackneck
Lygephila craccae
NT
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blackneck
Lygephila pastinum
LC

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