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Fleabane Tortoise Beetle

Cassida murraea

Near Threatened

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in virtually all terrestrial and freshwater habitats.

Distributed across Belgium, Denmark, Ireland, Norway, and Sweden. 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)

Species

Cassida murraea (Fleabane Tortoise Beetle)

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Bordered Tortoise Beetle

Cassida vittata

Least Concern

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Green Tortoise Beetle

Rainbow tortoise beetle

Cassida azurea

Not Evaluated

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Thistle Tortoise Beetle

Cassida rubiginosa

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Fleabane Tortoise Beetle?

The scientific name of Fleabane Tortoise Beetle is Cassida murraea. It belongs to the genus Cassida.

What is the conservation status of Fleabane Tortoise Beetle?

Fleabane Tortoise Beetle (Cassida murraea) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Fleabane Tortoise Beetle live?

Fleabane Tortoise Beetle is found in Distributed across Belgium, Denmark, Ireland, Norway, and Sweden. Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.. Countries include Belgium, Denmark, Ireland, Norway, Sweden.

What family does Fleabane Tortoise Beetle belong to?

Fleabane Tortoise Beetle (Cassida murraea) belongs to the genus Cassida, which is part of the taxonomic family Chrysomelidae.

What kingdom does Fleabane Tortoise Beetle belong to?

Fleabane Tortoise Beetle (Cassida murraea) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Fleabane Tortoise Beetle?

The closest relatives of Fleabane Tortoise Beetle in the genus Cassida include Beet tortoise beetle, Bordered Tortoise Beetle, Green Tortoise Beetle, Leaf beetle, Pale tortoise beetle.