Mediterranean Skipper

Names in Other Languages

Spanish veloz de las riberas

French Hespérie des Berbéres

Similar Species in Gegenes

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Marsh Hottentot Skipper

Gegenes hottentota

Least Concern

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Pigmy Skipper

Gegenes pumilio

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Mediterranean Skipper?

The scientific name of Mediterranean Skipper is Gegenes nostrodamus. It belongs to the genus Gegenes.

What is the conservation status of Mediterranean Skipper?

Mediterranean Skipper (Gegenes nostrodamus) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Mediterranean Skipper live?

Mediterranean Skipper is found in Found across Europe (9 countries).. Countries include Albania, Bulgaria, Croatia, Greece, Italy, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Portugal, Spain.

What family does Mediterranean Skipper belong to?

Mediterranean Skipper (Gegenes nostrodamus) belongs to the genus Gegenes, which is part of the taxonomic family Hesperiidae.

Is Mediterranean Skipper endangered?

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

What kingdom does Mediterranean Skipper belong to?

Mediterranean Skipper (Gegenes nostrodamus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Mediterranean Skipper?

The closest relatives of Mediterranean Skipper in the genus Gegenes include Marsh Hottentot Skipper, Pigmy Skipper.