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Moth

Monopis monachella

Near Threatened

Habitat & Distribution

Found across multiple habitat types including tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests, tropical and subtropical grasslands and savannas, and flooded grasslands and savannas, among 4 distinct biome types within the Afrotropic biogeographic realm. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

Widely distributed across Africa (Congo (DRC), South Africa), Asia (Taiwan), Europe (4 countries), and North America (Canada, United States). Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.

🇿🇦 South Africa 🇹🇼 Taiwan 🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇨🇦 Canada 🇺🇸 United States 🇨🇩 Congo (DRC)

Conservation Status

NT Near Threatened

Full Taxonomy

Species

Monopis monachella (Moth)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Moth?

The scientific name of Moth is Monopis monachella. It belongs to the genus Monopis.

What is the conservation status of Moth?

Moth (Monopis monachella) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Moth live?

Moth is found in Widely distributed across Africa (Congo (DRC), South Africa), Asia (Taiwan), Europe (4 countries), and North America (Canada, United States). Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.. Countries include Belgium, Canada, Congo (DRC), Denmark, Norway, South Africa, Sweden, Taiwan, United States.

What family does Moth belong to?

Moth (Monopis monachella) belongs to the genus Monopis, which is part of the taxonomic family Tineidae.

What kingdom does Moth belong to?

Moth (Monopis monachella) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (동물).

What are the closest relatives of Moth?

The closest relatives of Moth in the genus Monopis include Bird Nest Moth, Brown Timber Clothes, Felt Clothes, Carrion Moth, Tineid moth.