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Arctic Blue

Plebejus aquilo

Near Threatened

About

The Arctic Blue (Plebejus aquilo) is a species in the genus Plebejus. It is currently classified as Near Threatened on the IUCN Red List. Typically found in virtually all terrestrial and freshwater habitats.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in virtually all terrestrial and freshwater habitats.

Distributed across Norway and Sweden. Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.

🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden

Conservation Status

NT Near Threatened

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (สัตว์)

Phylum

Arthropoda (สัตว์ขาปล้อง)

Class

Insecta (แมลง)

Order

Lepidoptera (ผีเสื้อ)

Species

Plebejus aquilo (Arctic Blue)

Similar Species in Plebejus

Plebejus argyrognomon

Critically Endangered

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Arctic Blue?

The scientific name of Arctic Blue is Plebejus aquilo. It belongs to the genus Plebejus.

What is the conservation status of Arctic Blue?

Arctic Blue (Plebejus aquilo) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Arctic Blue live?

Arctic Blue is found in Distributed across Norway and Sweden. Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.. Countries include Norway, Sweden.

What family does Arctic Blue belong to?

Arctic Blue (Plebejus aquilo) belongs to the genus Plebejus, which is part of the taxonomic family Lycaenidae.

What kingdom does Arctic Blue belong to?

Arctic Blue (Plebejus aquilo) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (สัตว์).

What are the closest relatives of Arctic Blue?

The closest relatives of Arctic Blue in the genus Plebejus include Silver-Studded Blue, Reverdin'S Blue.