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water ermine

Spilosoma urticae

Vulnerable

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in virtually all terrestrial and freshwater habitats.

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

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

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (สัตว์)

Phylum

Arthropoda (สัตว์ขาปล้อง)

Class

Insecta (แมลง)

Order

Lepidoptera (ผีเสื้อ)

Species

Spilosoma urticae (water ermine)

Names in Other Languages

French écaille de lortie

German Schmalflügeliger Fleckleibbär

Similar Species in Spilosoma

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white ermine

Spilosoma lubricipeda

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of water ermine?

The scientific name of water ermine is Spilosoma urticae. It belongs to the genus Spilosoma.

What is the conservation status of water ermine?

water ermine (Spilosoma urticae) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

Where does water ermine live?

water ermine is found in Distributed across Belgium, Denmark, 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, Norway, Sweden.

What family does water ermine belong to?

water ermine (Spilosoma urticae) belongs to the genus Spilosoma, which is part of the taxonomic family Erebidae.

Is water ermine endangered?

Yes, water ermine (Spilosoma urticae) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does water ermine belong to?

water ermine (Spilosoma urticae) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (สัตว์).

What are the closest relatives of water ermine?

The closest relatives of water ermine in the genus Spilosoma include white ermine.