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marsh fritillary

Euphydryas aurinia

Extinct

About

marsh fritillary (Euphydryas aurinia) is classified as Extinct (EX) on the IUCN Red List. This species has been declared extinct, with no known living individuals remaining in the wild or in captivity.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in virtually all terrestrial and freshwater habitats.

Found across Europe (38 countries).

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Conservation Status

EX Extinct

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Animals)

Phylum

Arthropoda (Arthropods)

Class

Insecta (Insects)

Order

Lepidoptera (Butterflies & Moths)

Family

Nymphalidae (Brush-footed Butterflies)

Genus

Euphydryas

Species

Euphydryas aurinia (marsh fritillary)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish ondas rojas

French damier de la succise

German Teufelsabbiß Scheckenfalter

Similar Species in Euphydryas

Euphydryas desfontainii

Near Threatened

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of marsh fritillary?

The scientific name of marsh fritillary is Euphydryas aurinia. It belongs to the genus Euphydryas.

What is the conservation status of marsh fritillary?

marsh fritillary (Euphydryas aurinia) is classified as Extinct by the IUCN Red List.

Where does marsh fritillary live?

marsh fritillary is found in Found across Europe (38 countries).. Countries include Albania, Andorra, Austria, Belarus, Belgium, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark.

What family does marsh fritillary belong to?

marsh fritillary (Euphydryas aurinia) belongs to the genus Euphydryas, which is part of the taxonomic family Nymphalidae.

What kingdom does marsh fritillary belong to?

marsh fritillary (Euphydryas aurinia) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of marsh fritillary?

The closest relatives of marsh fritillary in the genus Euphydryas include Scarce Fritillary, Spanish Fritillary.