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Wright's waternymph

Najas wrightiana

Endangered

Habitat & Distribution

Found across multiple habitat types including tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests, tropical and subtropical dry broadleaf forests, and tropical and subtropical coniferous forests, among 5 distinct biome types within the Neotropic biogeographic realm.

Distributed across Cuba and United States. Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇨🇺 Cuba 🇺🇸 United States

Conservation Status

EN Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (식물)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (피자식물문)

Species

Najas wrightiana (Wright's waternymph)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Wright's waternymph?

The scientific name of Wright's waternymph is Najas wrightiana. It belongs to the genus Najas.

What is the conservation status of Wright's waternymph?

Wright's waternymph (Najas wrightiana) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Wright's waternymph live?

Wright's waternymph is found in Distributed across Cuba and United States. Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Cuba, United States.

What family does Wright's waternymph belong to?

Wright's waternymph (Najas wrightiana) belongs to the genus Najas, which is part of the taxonomic family Hydrocharitaceae.

Is Wright's waternymph endangered?

Yes, Wright's waternymph (Najas wrightiana) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Wright's waternymph belong to?

Wright's waternymph (Najas wrightiana) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (식물).

What are the closest relatives of Wright's waternymph?

The closest relatives of Wright's waternymph in the genus Najas include Ricefield waternymph, Thin-leaved Naiad, Spiny naiad, Brittle Naiad, Northern Naiad.