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Sandhill midget

Phyllonorycter quinqueguttella

Vulnerable

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in virtually all terrestrial and freshwater habitats.

Distributed across Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Russia, and Sweden. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇧🇪 Belgium 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇳🇴 Norway 🇷🇺 Russia 🇸🇪 Sweden

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Animals)

Phylum

Arthropoda (Arthropods)

Class

Insecta (Insects)

Order

Lepidoptera (Butterflies & Moths)

Species

Phyllonorycter quinqueguttella (Sandhill midget)

Names in Other Languages

German Kriechweiden-Faltenminierer

Similar Species in Phyllonorycter

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Aspen Leaf Blotch Miner

Phyllonorycter apparella

Least Concern

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Beech Midget

Phyllonorycter maestingella

Least Concern

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Broad-barred midget

Phyllonorycter froelichiella

Least Concern

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Broom midget

Phyllonorycter scopariella

Not Evaluated

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Cherry midget

Phyllonorycter cerasicolella

Least Concern

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Clover midget

Phyllonorycter insignitella

Critically Endangered

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Common alder midget

Phyllonorycter rajella

Least Concern

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Common oak midget

Phyllonorycter quercifoliella

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Sandhill midget?

The scientific name of Sandhill midget is Phyllonorycter quinqueguttella. It belongs to the genus Phyllonorycter.

What is the conservation status of Sandhill midget?

Sandhill midget (Phyllonorycter quinqueguttella) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Sandhill midget live?

Sandhill midget is found in Distributed across Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Russia, and Sweden. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Russia, Sweden.

What family does Sandhill midget belong to?

Sandhill midget (Phyllonorycter quinqueguttella) belongs to the genus Phyllonorycter, which is part of the taxonomic family Gracillariidae.

Is Sandhill midget endangered?

Yes, Sandhill midget (Phyllonorycter quinqueguttella) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Sandhill midget belong to?

Sandhill midget (Phyllonorycter quinqueguttella) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Sandhill midget?

The closest relatives of Sandhill midget in the genus Phyllonorycter include Aspen Leaf Blotch Miner, Beech Midget, Broad-barred midget, Broom midget, Cherry midget.