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Keeled Skimmer

Orthetrum coerulescens

Vulnerable

About

Keeled Skimmer (Orthetrum coerulescens) 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 coerulescens (Keeled Skimmer)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Libélula cobalto

French Orthétrum Bleuissant

German Kleiner Blaupfeil

Similar Species in Orthetrum

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Black-tailed Skimmer

Orthetrum cancellatum

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 Keeled Skimmer?

The scientific name of Keeled Skimmer is Orthetrum coerulescens. It belongs to the genus Orthetrum.

What is the conservation status of Keeled Skimmer?

Keeled Skimmer (Orthetrum coerulescens) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Keeled Skimmer live?

Keeled 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 Keeled Skimmer belong to?

Keeled Skimmer (Orthetrum coerulescens) belongs to the genus Orthetrum, which is part of the taxonomic family Libellulidae.

Is Keeled Skimmer endangered?

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

What kingdom does Keeled Skimmer belong to?

Keeled Skimmer (Orthetrum coerulescens) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (สัตว์).

What are the closest relatives of Keeled Skimmer?

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