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scarlet malachite beetle

Malachius aeneus

Endangered

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in virtually all terrestrial and freshwater habitats.

Found across Europe (4 countries) and North America (Canada, United States). Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇨🇦 Canada 🇨🇭 Switzerland 🇺🇸 United States

Conservation Status

EN Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (hayvan)

Phylum

Arthropoda (Eklem bacaklılar)

Class

Insecta (böcek)

Order

Coleoptera (Kın kanatlılar)

Species

Malachius aeneus (scarlet malachite beetle)

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Malachite Beetle

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of scarlet malachite beetle?

The scientific name of scarlet malachite beetle is Malachius aeneus. It belongs to the genus Malachius.

What is the conservation status of scarlet malachite beetle?

scarlet malachite beetle (Malachius aeneus) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does scarlet malachite beetle live?

scarlet malachite beetle is found in Found across Europe (4 countries) and North America (Canada, United States). Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Canada, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, Switzerland, United States.

What family does scarlet malachite beetle belong to?

scarlet malachite beetle (Malachius aeneus) belongs to the genus Malachius, which is part of the taxonomic family Melyridae.

Is scarlet malachite beetle endangered?

Yes, scarlet malachite beetle (Malachius aeneus) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does scarlet malachite beetle belong to?

scarlet malachite beetle (Malachius aeneus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (hayvan).

What are the closest relatives of scarlet malachite beetle?

The closest relatives of scarlet malachite beetle in the genus Malachius include Malachite Beetle.