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lulworth skipper

Thymelicus acteon

Near Threatened

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Habitat & Distribution

Inhabits Mediterranean forests and woodlands within the Palearctic biogeographic realm.

Found across Asia (Cyprus) and Europe (29 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

Thymelicus acteon (lulworth skipper)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish dorada oscura

French hespérie du chiendent

German Mattscheckiger Braundickkopffalter

Similar Species in Thymelicus

Thymelicus sylvestris

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of lulworth skipper?

The scientific name of lulworth skipper is Thymelicus acteon. It belongs to the genus Thymelicus.

What is the conservation status of lulworth skipper?

lulworth skipper (Thymelicus acteon) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.

Where does lulworth skipper live?

lulworth skipper is found in Found across Asia (Cyprus) and Europe (29 countries). Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.. Countries include Albania, Andorra, Austria, Belarus, Belgium, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic.

What family does lulworth skipper belong to?

lulworth skipper (Thymelicus acteon) belongs to the genus Thymelicus, which is part of the taxonomic family Hesperiidae.

What kingdom does lulworth skipper belong to?

lulworth skipper (Thymelicus acteon) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of lulworth skipper?

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