Eastern Groundling

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in virtually all terrestrial and freshwater habitats.

Distributed across Belgium, Denmark, Norway, and Sweden.

🇧🇪 Belgium 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Animals)

Phylum

Arthropoda (Arthropods)

Class

Insecta (Insects)

Order

Lepidoptera (Butterflies & Moths)

Family

Gelechiidae

Genus

Chionodes

Species

Chionodes distinctella (Eastern Groundling)

Similar Species in Chionodes

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Downland Groundling

Chionodes fumatella

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Eastern Groundling?

The scientific name of Eastern Groundling is Chionodes distinctella. It belongs to the genus Chionodes.

What is the conservation status of Eastern Groundling?

Eastern Groundling (Chionodes distinctella) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Eastern Groundling live?

Eastern Groundling is found in Distributed across Belgium, Denmark, Norway, and Sweden.. Countries include Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Sweden.

What family does Eastern Groundling belong to?

Eastern Groundling (Chionodes distinctella) belongs to the genus Chionodes, which is part of the taxonomic family Gelechiidae.

Is Eastern Groundling endangered?

No, Eastern Groundling (Chionodes distinctella) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Eastern Groundling belong to?

Eastern Groundling (Chionodes distinctella) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Eastern Groundling?

The closest relatives of Eastern Groundling in the genus Chionodes include Downland Groundling.