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Cantharid beetle

Cantharis nigra

Near Threatened

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The Cantharid beetle (Cantharis nigra) is a species in the genus Cantharis. It is currently classified as Near Threatened 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.

Found across Europe (5 countries) and North America (United States). Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.

🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇨🇭 Switzerland 🇺🇸 United States

Conservation Status

NT Near Threatened

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (hayvan)

Phylum

Arthropoda (Eklem bacaklılar)

Class

Insecta (böcek)

Order

Coleoptera (Kın kanatlılar)

Species

Cantharis nigra (Cantharid beetle)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Cantharid beetle?

The scientific name of Cantharid beetle is Cantharis nigra. It belongs to the genus Cantharis.

What is the conservation status of Cantharid beetle?

Cantharid beetle (Cantharis nigra) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Cantharid beetle live?

Cantharid beetle is found in Found across Europe (5 countries) and North America (United States). Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.. Countries include Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, Switzerland, United States.

What family does Cantharid beetle belong to?

Cantharid beetle (Cantharis nigra) belongs to the genus Cantharis, which is part of the taxonomic family Cantharidae.

What kingdom does Cantharid beetle belong to?

Cantharid beetle (Cantharis nigra) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (hayvan).

What are the closest relatives of Cantharid beetle?

The closest relatives of Cantharid beetle in the genus Cantharis include Red-Spotted Soldier Beetle, Livid Soldier Beetle, soldier beetle.