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Dingy White Plume

Merrifieldia baliodactylus

Near Threatened

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Habitat & Distribution

Found across multiple habitat types including temperate broadleaf and mixed forests, temperate coniferous forests, and temperate grasslands and steppes, among 6 distinct biome types within the Palearctic biogeographic realm. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

Widely distributed across Africa (Morocco), Asia (4 countries), and Europe (32 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

Merrifieldia baliodactylus (Dingy White Plume)

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Thyme Plume

Merrifieldia leucodactyla

Near Threatened

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Western Thyme Plume

Merrifieldia tridactyla

Near Threatened

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Dingy White Plume?

The scientific name of Dingy White Plume is Merrifieldia baliodactylus. It belongs to the genus Merrifieldia.

What is the conservation status of Dingy White Plume?

Dingy White Plume (Merrifieldia baliodactylus) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Dingy White Plume live?

Dingy White Plume is found in Widely distributed across Africa (Morocco), Asia (4 countries), and Europe (32 countries). Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.. Countries include Albania, Armenia, Austria, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Belgium, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czech Republic.

What family does Dingy White Plume belong to?

Dingy White Plume (Merrifieldia baliodactylus) belongs to the genus Merrifieldia, which is part of the taxonomic family Pterophoridae.

What kingdom does Dingy White Plume belong to?

Dingy White Plume (Merrifieldia baliodactylus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Dingy White Plume?

The closest relatives of Dingy White Plume in the genus Merrifieldia include Thyme Plume, Western Thyme Plume.