Marsh Sylph

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in virtually all terrestrial and freshwater habitats.

Conservation Status

NT Near Threatened

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (hewan)

Phylum

Arthropoda (Artropoda)

Class

Insecta (serangga)

Order

Lepidoptera (Butterflies & Moths)

Family

Hesperiidae

Genus

Metisella

Species

Metisella meninx (Marsh Sylph)

Similar Species in Metisella

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Bamboo Sylph

Metisella syrinx

Vulnerable

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Netted Sylph

Metisella willemi

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Marsh Sylph?

The scientific name of Marsh Sylph is Metisella meninx. It belongs to the genus Metisella.

What is the conservation status of Marsh Sylph?

Marsh Sylph (Metisella meninx) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.

What family does Marsh Sylph belong to?

Marsh Sylph (Metisella meninx) belongs to the genus Metisella, which is part of the taxonomic family Hesperiidae.

What kingdom does Marsh Sylph belong to?

Marsh Sylph (Metisella meninx) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (hewan).

What are the closest relatives of Marsh Sylph?

The closest relatives of Marsh Sylph in the genus Metisella include Bamboo Sylph, Netted Sylph.