Levantine Skipper

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in virtually all terrestrial and freshwater habitats.

Distributed across Greece and Russia.

🇬🇷 Greece 🇷🇺 Russia

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Animals)

Phylum

Arthropoda (Arthropods)

Class

Insecta (Insects)

Order

Lepidoptera (Butterflies & Moths)

Family

Hesperiidae

Genus

Thymelicus

Species

Thymelicus hyrax (Levantine Skipper)

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Essex Skipper

Thymelicus lineola

Vulnerable

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lulworth skipper

Thymelicus acteon

Near Threatened

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small skipper

Thymelicus sylvestris

Vulnerable

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Levantine Skipper?

The scientific name of Levantine Skipper is Thymelicus hyrax. It belongs to the genus Thymelicus.

What is the conservation status of Levantine Skipper?

Levantine Skipper (Thymelicus hyrax) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Levantine Skipper live?

Levantine Skipper is found in Distributed across Greece and Russia.. Countries include Greece, Russia.

What family does Levantine Skipper belong to?

Levantine Skipper (Thymelicus hyrax) belongs to the genus Thymelicus, which is part of the taxonomic family Hesperiidae.

Is Levantine Skipper endangered?

No, Levantine Skipper (Thymelicus hyrax) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Levantine Skipper belong to?

Levantine Skipper (Thymelicus hyrax) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Levantine Skipper?

The closest relatives of Levantine Skipper in the genus Thymelicus include Essex Skipper, lulworth skipper, small skipper.