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Cornish Midget

Phyllonorycter staintoniella

Critically Endangered

Habitat & Distribution

Found across multiple habitat types including temperate broadleaf and mixed forests, temperate coniferous forests, and Mediterranean forests and woodlands within the Palearctic biogeographic realm. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

Distributed across Denmark, Italy, Spain, and Sweden. Currently classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇸🇪 Sweden 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇮🇹 Italy 🇪🇸 Spain

Conservation Status

CR Critically Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (животные)

Phylum

Arthropoda (членистоногие)

Class

Insecta (насекомые)

Order

Lepidoptera (чешуекрылые)

Species

Phyllonorycter staintoniella (Cornish Midget)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Cornish Midget?

The scientific name of Cornish Midget is Phyllonorycter staintoniella. It belongs to the genus Phyllonorycter.

What is the conservation status of Cornish Midget?

Cornish Midget (Phyllonorycter staintoniella) is classified as Critically Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Cornish Midget live?

Cornish Midget is found in Distributed across Denmark, Italy, Spain, and Sweden. Currently classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Denmark, Italy, Spain, Sweden.

What family does Cornish Midget belong to?

Cornish Midget (Phyllonorycter staintoniella) belongs to the genus Phyllonorycter, which is part of the taxonomic family Gracillariidae.

Is Cornish Midget endangered?

Yes, Cornish Midget (Phyllonorycter staintoniella) 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 Cornish Midget belong to?

Cornish Midget (Phyllonorycter staintoniella) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (животные).

What are the closest relatives of Cornish Midget?

The closest relatives of Cornish Midget in the genus Phyllonorycter include Aspen Leaf Blotch Miner, Broad-barred midget, Cherry midget, Clover midget, Common alder midget.

Native Range — 4 Countries

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Genus Phyllonorycter — 20 Species

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