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Adonis' Ladybird

Hippodamia variegata

Endangered

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The Adonis' Ladybird (Hippodamia variegata) is a species in the genus Hippodamia. It is currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List. Found across multiple habitat types including tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests, montane grasslands and shrublands, and Mediterranean forests and woodlands, among 7 distinct biome types spanning the Afrotropic and Neotropic r.

Habitat & Distribution

Found across multiple habitat types including tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests, montane grasslands and shrublands, and Mediterranean forests and woodlands, among 7 distinct biome types spanning the Afrotropic and Neotropic realms. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

Widely distributed across Africa (South Africa), Europe (5 countries), North America (Canada, United States), and South America (Chile). Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇧🇪 Belgium 🇨🇦 Canada 🇨🇱 Chile 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇳🇴 Norway 🇵🇹 Portugal 🇿🇦 South Africa 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇺🇸 United States

Conservation Status

EN Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Animals)

Phylum

Arthropoda (Arthropods)

Species

Hippodamia variegata (Adonis' Ladybird)

Names in Other Languages

German Veränderlicher Marienkäfer

Similar Species in Hippodamia

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13-spot ladybird

Hippodamia tredecimpunctata

Vulnerable

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convergent lady beetle

Hippodamia convergens

Not Evaluated

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Adonis' Ladybird?

The scientific name of Adonis' Ladybird is Hippodamia variegata. It belongs to the genus Hippodamia.

What is the conservation status of Adonis' Ladybird?

Adonis' Ladybird (Hippodamia variegata) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Adonis' Ladybird live?

Adonis' Ladybird is found in Widely distributed across Africa (South Africa), Europe (5 countries), North America (Canada, United States), and South America (Chile). Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Belgium, Canada, Chile, Denmark, Norway, Portugal, South Africa, Sweden, United States.

What family does Adonis' Ladybird belong to?

Adonis' Ladybird (Hippodamia variegata) belongs to the genus Hippodamia, which is part of the taxonomic family Coccinellidae.

Is Adonis' Ladybird endangered?

Yes, Adonis' Ladybird (Hippodamia variegata) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Adonis' Ladybird belong to?

Adonis' Ladybird (Hippodamia variegata) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Adonis' Ladybird?

The closest relatives of Adonis' Ladybird in the genus Hippodamia include 13-spot ladybird, convergent lady beetle.