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Moorland Hawker

Aeshna juncea

Vulnerable

About

Moorland Hawker (Aeshna juncea) is classified as Vulnerable (VU) on the IUCN Red List. Facing a high risk of endangerment in the wild, with declining populations and increasing habitat pressure.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in virtually all terrestrial and freshwater habitats.

Distributed across Belgium, Denmark, Luxembourg, Norway, and Sweden. 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

Odonata (Kızböcekleri)

Species

Aeshna juncea (Moorland Hawker)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Esna de turbera

French Aeschne des Joncs

German Torf-Mosaikjungfer

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Moorland Hawker?

The scientific name of Moorland Hawker is Aeshna juncea. It belongs to the genus Aeshna.

What is the conservation status of Moorland Hawker?

Moorland Hawker (Aeshna juncea) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Moorland Hawker live?

Moorland Hawker is found in Distributed across Belgium, Denmark, Luxembourg, 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, Luxembourg, Norway, Sweden.

What family does Moorland Hawker belong to?

Moorland Hawker (Aeshna juncea) belongs to the genus Aeshna, which is part of the taxonomic family Aeshnidae.

Is Moorland Hawker endangered?

Yes, Moorland Hawker (Aeshna juncea) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Moorland Hawker belong to?

Moorland Hawker (Aeshna juncea) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (hayvan).

What are the closest relatives of Moorland Hawker?

The closest relatives of Moorland Hawker in the genus Aeshna include Aeschne à Tubercules, Canada Darner, Green Hawker, Brown Hawker, Blue Hawker.