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Common Blue

Polyommatus icarus

Least Concern

About

Common Blue (Polyommatus icarus) 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.

Widely distributed across Asia (Cyprus), Europe (40 countries), and North America (United States).

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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

Polyommatus icarus (Common Blue)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish dos puntos

French azuré commun

German Hauhechelbläuling

Similar Species in Polyommatus

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Amanda´S Blue

Polyommatus thersites

Kolev'S Anomalous Blue

Polyommatus nivescens

Near Threatened

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Oberthür’s Anomalous Blue

Polyommatus fabressei

Least Concern

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Ripart'S Anomalous Blue

Polyommatus ripartii

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Common Blue?

The scientific name of Common Blue is Polyommatus icarus. It belongs to the genus Polyommatus.

What is the conservation status of Common Blue?

Common Blue (Polyommatus icarus) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Common Blue live?

Common Blue is found in Widely distributed across Asia (Cyprus), Europe (40 countries), and North America (United States).. Countries include Albania, Andorra, Austria, Belarus, Belgium, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic.

What family does Common Blue belong to?

Common Blue (Polyommatus icarus) belongs to the genus Polyommatus, which is part of the taxonomic family Lycaenidae.

Is Common Blue endangered?

No, Common Blue (Polyommatus icarus) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Common Blue belong to?

Common Blue (Polyommatus icarus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Common Blue?

The closest relatives of Common Blue in the genus Polyommatus include Amanda´S Blue, Austaut'S Blue, Eros Blue, Kolev'S Anomalous Blue, Meleager'S Blue.