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Western Thyme Plume

Merrifieldia tridactyla

Near Threatened

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Habitat & Distribution

Found across multiple habitat types including temperate coniferous forests, temperate broadleaf and mixed forests, and temperate grasslands and steppes, among 6 distinct biome types spanning the Indomalayan and Palearctic realms. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

Found across Asia (5 countries) and Europe (28 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

Merrifieldia tridactyla (Western Thyme Plume)

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Dingy White Plume

Merrifieldia baliodactylus

Near Threatened

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Thyme Plume

Merrifieldia leucodactyla

Near Threatened

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Western Thyme Plume?

The scientific name of Western Thyme Plume is Merrifieldia tridactyla. It belongs to the genus Merrifieldia.

What is the conservation status of Western Thyme Plume?

Western Thyme Plume (Merrifieldia tridactyla) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Western Thyme Plume live?

Western Thyme Plume is found in Found across Asia (5 countries) and Europe (28 countries). Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.. Countries include Afghanistan, Albania, Austria, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark.

What family does Western Thyme Plume belong to?

Western Thyme Plume (Merrifieldia tridactyla) belongs to the genus Merrifieldia, which is part of the taxonomic family Pterophoridae.

What kingdom does Western Thyme Plume belong to?

Western Thyme Plume (Merrifieldia tridactyla) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Western Thyme Plume?

The closest relatives of Western Thyme Plume in the genus Merrifieldia include Dingy White Plume, Thyme Plume.