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Checkered Blue

Scolitantides orion

Critically Endangered

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The Checkered Blue (Scolitantides orion) is a species in the genus Scolitantides. It is currently classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List. Found across multiple habitat types including temperate broadleaf and mixed forests, temperate coniferous forests, and boreal forests and taiga, among 9 distinct biome types within the Palearctic biogeographic realm. Populations are also fo.

Habitat & Distribution

Found across multiple habitat types including temperate broadleaf and mixed forests, temperate coniferous forests, and boreal forests and taiga, among 9 distinct biome types within the Palearctic biogeographic realm. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

Found across Europe (29 countries). Currently classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

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Conservation Status

CR Critically Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Animals)

Phylum

Arthropoda (Arthropods)

Class

Insecta (Insects)

Order

Lepidoptera (Butterflies & Moths)

Species

Scolitantides orion (Checkered Blue)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish abencerraje orión

French Azuré des orpins

German Fetthennenbläuling

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Checkered Blue?

The scientific name of Checkered Blue is Scolitantides orion. It belongs to the genus Scolitantides.

What is the conservation status of Checkered Blue?

Checkered Blue (Scolitantides orion) is classified as Critically Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Checkered Blue live?

Checkered Blue is found in Found across Europe (29 countries). Currently classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Albania, Austria, Belarus, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czech Republic, Estonia, Finland, France.

What family does Checkered Blue belong to?

Checkered Blue (Scolitantides orion) belongs to the genus Scolitantides, which is part of the taxonomic family Lycaenidae.

Is Checkered Blue endangered?

Yes, Checkered Blue (Scolitantides orion) 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 Checkered Blue belong to?

Checkered Blue (Scolitantides orion) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).