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Clouded Yellow

Colias croceus

Least Concern

About

Clouded Yellow (Colias croceus) is classified as Least Concern (LC) on the IUCN Red List. Widespread and abundant across its range, with stable populations and no immediate conservation concerns.

Habitat & Distribution

Inhabits Mediterranean forests and woodlands within the Palearctic biogeographic realm.

Found across Asia (Cyprus) and Europe (40 countries).

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Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Animals)

Phylum

Arthropoda (Arthropods)

Class

Insecta (Insects)

Order

Lepidoptera (Butterflies & Moths)

Species

Colias croceus (Clouded Yellow)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish amarilla

French Le Souci

German Orangeroter Kleefalter

Similar Species in Colias

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African Clouded Yellow

Balkan Clouded Yellow

Colias caucasica

Least Concern

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Berger's Clouded Yellow

Colias alfacariensis

Not Evaluated

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Danube Clouded Yellow

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Clouded Yellow?

The scientific name of Clouded Yellow is Colias croceus. It belongs to the genus Colias.

What is the conservation status of Clouded Yellow?

Clouded Yellow (Colias croceus) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Clouded Yellow live?

Clouded Yellow is found in Found across Asia (Cyprus) and Europe (40 countries).. Countries include Albania, Andorra, Austria, Belarus, Belgium, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic.

What family does Clouded Yellow belong to?

Clouded Yellow (Colias croceus) belongs to the genus Colias, which is part of the taxonomic family Pieridae.

Is Clouded Yellow endangered?

No, Clouded Yellow (Colias croceus) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Clouded Yellow belong to?

Clouded Yellow (Colias croceus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Clouded Yellow?

The closest relatives of Clouded Yellow in the genus Colias include African Clouded Yellow, Alfalfa Butterfly, Arctic Sulfur, Balkan Clouded Yellow, Berger's Clouded Yellow.