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false heath fritillary

Melitaea diamina

Vulnerable

Habitat & Distribution

Inhabits Mediterranean forests and woodlands within the Palearctic biogeographic realm. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

Found across Europe (35 countries). Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

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Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (hayvan)

Phylum

Arthropoda (Eklem bacaklılar)

Class

Insecta (böcek)

Order

Lepidoptera (Pul kanatlılar)

Family

Nymphalidae (Brush-footed Butterflies)

Genus

Melitaea

Species

Melitaea diamina (false heath fritillary)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish doncella oscura

French damier noir

German Baldrian Scheckenfalter

Similar Species in Melitaea

Critically Endangered

Lesser Spotted Fritillary

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of false heath fritillary?

The scientific name of false heath fritillary is Melitaea diamina. It belongs to the genus Melitaea.

What is the conservation status of false heath fritillary?

false heath fritillary (Melitaea diamina) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

Where does false heath fritillary live?

false heath fritillary is found in Found across Europe (35 countries). Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Albania, Andorra, Austria, Belarus, Belgium, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark.

What family does false heath fritillary belong to?

false heath fritillary (Melitaea diamina) belongs to the genus Melitaea, which is part of the taxonomic family Nymphalidae.

Is false heath fritillary endangered?

Yes, false heath fritillary (Melitaea diamina) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does false heath fritillary belong to?

false heath fritillary (Melitaea diamina) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (hayvan).

What are the closest relatives of false heath fritillary?

The closest relatives of false heath fritillary in the genus Melitaea include Aetherie Fritillary, glanville fritellary, Freyer’S Fritillary, Provençal Fritillary, Lesser Spotted Fritillary.