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Gentian Plume

Stenoptilia pneumonanthes

Critically Endangered

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Habitat & Distribution

Found across multiple habitat types including temperate broadleaf and mixed forests, temperate coniferous forests, and boreal forests and taiga, among 9 distinct biome types within the Palearctic biogeographic realm. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

Found across Asia (Kazakhstan) and Europe (14 countries). Currently classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇦🇹 Austria 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇧🇬 Bulgaria 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇫🇷 France 🇩🇪 Germany 🇭🇺 Hungary 🇮🇹 Italy 🇰🇿 Kazakhstan 🇳🇱 Netherlands 🇵🇱 Poland 🇷🇺 Russia 🇸🇰 Slovakia 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇨🇭 Switzerland

Conservation Status

CR Critically Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Animals)

Phylum

Arthropoda (Arthropods)

Class

Insecta (Insects)

Order

Lepidoptera (Butterflies & Moths)

Species

Stenoptilia pneumonanthes (Gentian Plume)

Names in Other Languages

German Enzian-Federmotte

Similar Species in Stenoptilia

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Brown Plume

Stenoptilia pterodactyla

Least Concern

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Dowdy Plume

Stenoptilia zophodactylus

Extinct

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Mountain Plume

Stenoptilia islandicus

Vulnerable

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Twin-spot Plume

Stenoptilia bipunctidactyla

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Gentian Plume?

The scientific name of Gentian Plume is Stenoptilia pneumonanthes. It belongs to the genus Stenoptilia.

What is the conservation status of Gentian Plume?

Gentian Plume (Stenoptilia pneumonanthes) is classified as Critically Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Gentian Plume live?

Gentian Plume is found in Found across Asia (Kazakhstan) and Europe (14 countries). Currently classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Denmark, France, Germany, Hungary, Italy, Kazakhstan, Netherlands.

What family does Gentian Plume belong to?

Gentian Plume (Stenoptilia pneumonanthes) belongs to the genus Stenoptilia, which is part of the taxonomic family Pterophoridae.

Is Gentian Plume endangered?

Yes, Gentian Plume (Stenoptilia pneumonanthes) is classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Gentian Plume belong to?

Gentian Plume (Stenoptilia pneumonanthes) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Gentian Plume?

The closest relatives of Gentian Plume in the genus Stenoptilia include Brown Plume, Dowdy Plume, Mountain Plume, Twin-spot Plume.