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Black-tailed Skimmer

Orthetrum cancellatum

Vulnerable

About

Black-tailed Skimmer (Orthetrum cancellatum) is classified as Vulnerable (VU) on the IUCN Red List. Facing a high risk of endangerment in the wild, with declining populations and increasing habitat pressure.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in virtually all terrestrial and freshwater habitats.

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

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Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (สัตว์)

Phylum

Arthropoda (สัตว์ขาปล้อง)

Species

Orthetrum cancellatum (Black-tailed Skimmer)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Libélula centinela

French Orthétrum Réticulé

German Grosser Blaupfeil

Similar Species in Orthetrum

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Keeled Skimmer

Orthetrum coerulescens

Orthetrum chrysostigma

Least Concern

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Yellow-veined Skimmer

Orthetrum nitidinerve

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Black-tailed Skimmer?

The scientific name of Black-tailed Skimmer is Orthetrum cancellatum. It belongs to the genus Orthetrum.

What is the conservation status of Black-tailed Skimmer?

Black-tailed Skimmer (Orthetrum cancellatum) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Black-tailed Skimmer live?

Black-tailed Skimmer is found in Distributed across Belgium, Denmark, Luxembourg, Norway, and Sweden. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Belgium, Denmark, Luxembourg, Norway, Sweden.

What family does Black-tailed Skimmer belong to?

Black-tailed Skimmer (Orthetrum cancellatum) belongs to the genus Orthetrum, which is part of the taxonomic family Libellulidae.

Is Black-tailed Skimmer endangered?

Yes, Black-tailed Skimmer (Orthetrum cancellatum) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Black-tailed Skimmer belong to?

Black-tailed Skimmer (Orthetrum cancellatum) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (สัตว์).

What are the closest relatives of Black-tailed Skimmer?

The closest relatives of Black-tailed Skimmer in the genus Orthetrum include Keeled Skimmer, Long Skimmer, Epaulet Skimmer, Yellow-veined Skimmer, Southern Skimmer.