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Small Plume

Oxyptilus parvidactyla

Least Concern

Habitat & Distribution

Inhabits montane grasslands and shrublands and Mediterranean forests and woodlands within the Palearctic biogeographic realm.

Widely distributed across Africa (Morocco), Asia (6 countries), and Europe (33 countries).

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Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom
Animalia (Animals)
Phylum
Arthropoda (Arthropods)
Class
Insecta (Insects)
Order
Lepidoptera (Butterflies & Moths)
Family
Pterophoridae
Genus
Oxyptilus
Species
Oxyptilus parvidactyla (Small Plume)

Similar Species in Oxyptilus

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Downland Plume
Oxyptilus pilosellae
Least Concern
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Small Plume?
The scientific name of Small Plume is Oxyptilus parvidactyla. It belongs to the genus Oxyptilus.
What is the conservation status of Small Plume?
Small Plume (Oxyptilus parvidactyla) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Small Plume live?
Small Plume is found in Widely distributed across Africa (Morocco), Asia (6 countries), and Europe (33 countries).. Countries include Albania, Armenia, Austria, Belarus, Belgium, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark.
What family does Small Plume belong to?
Small Plume (Oxyptilus parvidactyla) belongs to the genus Oxyptilus, which is part of the taxonomic family Pterophoridae.
Is Small Plume endangered?
No, Small Plume (Oxyptilus parvidactyla) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.
What kingdom does Small Plume belong to?
Small Plume (Oxyptilus parvidactyla) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).
What are the closest relatives of Small Plume?
The closest relatives of Small Plume in the genus Oxyptilus include Downland Plume.

Native Range — 40 Countries

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Genus Oxyptilus — 2 Species

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Downland Plume
Oxyptilus pilosellae
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Small Plume
Oxyptilus parvidactyla
LC
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