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Brimstone

Gonepteryx rhamni

Near Threatened

About

Brimstone (Gonepteryx rhamni) is classified as Near Threatened (NT) on the IUCN Red List. Close to qualifying as threatened, with populations that may become vulnerable without conservation action.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in virtually all terrestrial and freshwater habitats.

Found across Europe (40 countries). Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.

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Conservation Status

NT Near Threatened

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Animals)

Phylum

Arthropoda (Arthropods)

Class

Insecta (Insects)

Order

Lepidoptera (Butterflies & Moths)

Species

Gonepteryx rhamni (Brimstone)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Limonera

French Le Citron

German Zitronenfalter

Similar Species in Gonepteryx

Gonepteryx maderensis

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Brimstone?

The scientific name of Brimstone is Gonepteryx rhamni. It belongs to the genus Gonepteryx.

What is the conservation status of Brimstone?

Brimstone (Gonepteryx rhamni) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Brimstone live?

Brimstone is found in Found across Europe (40 countries). Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.. Countries include Albania, Andorra, Austria, Belarus, Belgium, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark.

What family does Brimstone belong to?

Brimstone (Gonepteryx rhamni) belongs to the genus Gonepteryx, which is part of the taxonomic family Pieridae.

What kingdom does Brimstone belong to?

Brimstone (Gonepteryx rhamni) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Brimstone?

The closest relatives of Brimstone in the genus Gonepteryx include Canary Brimstone, Cleopatra, Madeiran Brimstone, Powdered Brimstone.