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Madeiran Brimstone

Gonepteryx maderensis

Endangered

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in virtually all terrestrial and freshwater habitats.

Found in Portugal. Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇵🇹 Portugal

Conservation Status

EN Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom
Animalia (สัตว์)
Phylum
Arthropoda (สัตว์ขาปล้อง)
Class
Insecta (แมลง)
Order
Lepidoptera (ผีเสื้อ)
Family
Pieridae
Genus
Gonepteryx
Species
Gonepteryx maderensis (Madeiran Brimstone)

Similar Species in Gonepteryx

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Canary Brimstone
Gonepteryx cleobule
Vulnerable
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Brimstone
Gonepteryx rhamni
Near Threatened
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Powdered Brimstone
Gonepteryx farinosa
Least Concern
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Cleopatra
Gonepteryx cleopatra
Least Concern
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Madeiran Brimstone?
The scientific name of Madeiran Brimstone is Gonepteryx maderensis. It belongs to the genus Gonepteryx.
What is the conservation status of Madeiran Brimstone?
Madeiran Brimstone (Gonepteryx maderensis) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Madeiran Brimstone live?
Madeiran Brimstone is found in Found in Portugal. Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Portugal.
What family does Madeiran Brimstone belong to?
Madeiran Brimstone (Gonepteryx maderensis) belongs to the genus Gonepteryx, which is part of the taxonomic family Pieridae.
Is Madeiran Brimstone endangered?
Yes, Madeiran Brimstone (Gonepteryx maderensis) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.
What kingdom does Madeiran Brimstone belong to?
Madeiran Brimstone (Gonepteryx maderensis) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (สัตว์).
What are the closest relatives of Madeiran Brimstone?
The closest relatives of Madeiran Brimstone in the genus Gonepteryx include Canary Brimstone, Brimstone, Powdered Brimstone, Cleopatra.

Native Range — 1 Countries

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Genus Gonepteryx — 5 Species

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Canary Brimstone
Gonepteryx cleobule
VU 🐾
Brimstone
Gonepteryx rhamni
NT 🐾
Powdered Brimstone
Gonepteryx farinosa
LC
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Madeiran Brimstone
Gonepteryx maderensis
EN
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Cleopatra
Gonepteryx cleopatra
LC
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