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White-marked spider beetle

Ptinus fur

Least Concern

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Habitat & Distribution

Found across multiple habitat types including temperate coniferous forests, montane grasslands and shrublands, and deserts and xeric shrublands within the Palearctic biogeographic realm. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

Widely distributed across Asia (4 countries), Europe (38 countries), and North America (Canada, United States).

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Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Animals)

Phylum

Arthropoda (Arthropods)

Species

Ptinus fur (White-marked spider beetle)

Names in Other Languages

German Kräuterdieb

Similar Species in Ptinus

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Australian spider beetle

Eastern spider beetle

Six-spotted spider beetle

Ptinus sexpunctatus

Endangered

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Not Evaluated

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of White-marked spider beetle?

The scientific name of White-marked spider beetle is Ptinus fur. It belongs to the genus Ptinus.

What is the conservation status of White-marked spider beetle?

White-marked spider beetle (Ptinus fur) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does White-marked spider beetle live?

White-marked spider beetle is found in Widely distributed across Asia (4 countries), Europe (38 countries), and North America (Canada, United States).. Countries include Albania, Andorra, Austria, Belarus, Belgium, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Canada, Croatia, Cyprus.

What family does White-marked spider beetle belong to?

White-marked spider beetle (Ptinus fur) belongs to the genus Ptinus, which is part of the taxonomic family Ptinidae.

Is White-marked spider beetle endangered?

No, White-marked spider beetle (Ptinus fur) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does White-marked spider beetle belong to?

White-marked spider beetle (Ptinus fur) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of White-marked spider beetle?

The closest relatives of White-marked spider beetle in the genus Ptinus include Australian spider beetle, Belted spider beetle, Eastern spider beetle, Hairy spider beetle, Six-spotted spider beetle.