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Alpine Zephyr Blue

Kretania trappi

Near Threatened

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The Alpine Zephyr Blue (Kretania trappi) is a species in the genus Kretania. It is currently classified as Near Threatened on the IUCN Red List. Typically found in virtually all terrestrial and freshwater habitats. Distributed across France, Italy, and Switzerland. Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in virtually all terrestrial and freshwater habitats.

Distributed across France, Italy, and Switzerland. Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.

🇫🇷 France 🇮🇹 Italy 🇨🇭 Switzerland

Conservation Status

NT Near Threatened

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Animals)

Phylum

Arthropoda (Arthropods)

Class

Insecta (Insects)

Order

Lepidoptera (Butterflies & Moths)

Species

Kretania trappi (Alpine Zephyr Blue)

Names in Other Languages

French Azuré des astragales

German Spanischer Bläuling

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Alpine Zephyr Blue?

The scientific name of Alpine Zephyr Blue is Kretania trappi. It belongs to the genus Kretania.

What is the conservation status of Alpine Zephyr Blue?

Alpine Zephyr Blue (Kretania trappi) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Alpine Zephyr Blue live?

Alpine Zephyr Blue is found in Distributed across France, Italy, and Switzerland. Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.. Countries include France, Italy, Switzerland.

What family does Alpine Zephyr Blue belong to?

Alpine Zephyr Blue (Kretania trappi) belongs to the genus Kretania, which is part of the taxonomic family Lycaenidae.

What kingdom does Alpine Zephyr Blue belong to?

Alpine Zephyr Blue (Kretania trappi) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Alpine Zephyr Blue?

The closest relatives of Alpine Zephyr Blue in the genus Kretania include Cretan Argus, Eastern Brown Argus, Fischer's Blue.