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Black Oil-beetle

Meloe proscarabaeus

Endangered

About

The Black Oil-beetle (Meloe proscarabaeus) is a species in the genus Meloe. It is currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List. Typically found in virtually all terrestrial and freshwater habitats.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in virtually all terrestrial and freshwater habitats.

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

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Conservation Status

EN Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (hayvan)

Phylum

Arthropoda (Eklem bacaklılar)

Class

Insecta (böcek)

Order

Coleoptera (Kın kanatlılar)

Species

Meloe proscarabaeus (Black Oil-beetle)

Names in Other Languages

German Schwarzblauer Ölkäfer

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Black Oil-beetle?

The scientific name of Black Oil-beetle is Meloe proscarabaeus. It belongs to the genus Meloe.

What is the conservation status of Black Oil-beetle?

Black Oil-beetle (Meloe proscarabaeus) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Black Oil-beetle live?

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

What family does Black Oil-beetle belong to?

Black Oil-beetle (Meloe proscarabaeus) belongs to the genus Meloe, which is part of the taxonomic family Meloidae.

Is Black Oil-beetle endangered?

Yes, Black Oil-beetle (Meloe proscarabaeus) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Black Oil-beetle belong to?

Black Oil-beetle (Meloe proscarabaeus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (hayvan).

What are the closest relatives of Black Oil-beetle?

The closest relatives of Black Oil-beetle in the genus Meloe include Violet Oil-beetle.