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Ling Owlet

Scythris empetrella

Critically Endangered

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in virtually all terrestrial and freshwater habitats.

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

🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇩🇰 Denmark

Conservation Status

CR Critically Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (สัตว์)

Phylum

Arthropoda (สัตว์ขาปล้อง)

Class

Insecta (แมลง)

Order

Lepidoptera (ผีเสื้อ)

Species

Scythris empetrella (Ling Owlet)

Names in Other Languages

German Krähenbeeren-Heidefalter

Similar Species in Scythris

Scythris potentillella

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Ling Owlet?

The scientific name of Ling Owlet is Scythris empetrella. It belongs to the genus Scythris.

What is the conservation status of Ling Owlet?

Ling Owlet (Scythris empetrella) is classified as Critically Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Ling Owlet live?

Ling Owlet is found in Distributed across Belgium, Denmark, Norway, and Sweden. Currently classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Sweden.

What family does Ling Owlet belong to?

Ling Owlet (Scythris empetrella) belongs to the genus Scythris, which is part of the taxonomic family Scythrididae.

Is Ling Owlet endangered?

Yes, Ling Owlet (Scythris empetrella) is classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Ling Owlet belong to?

Ling Owlet (Scythris empetrella) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (สัตว์).

What are the closest relatives of Ling Owlet?

The closest relatives of Ling Owlet in the genus Scythris include Brassy Owlet, Sorrel Owlet, White-dusted Owlet, Sand Owlet, Norfolk Owlet.