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small skipper

Thymelicus sylvestris

Vulnerable

About

small skipper (Thymelicus sylvestris) 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

Inhabits Mediterranean forests and woodlands within the Palearctic biogeographic realm.

Found across Europe (37 countries) and North America (United States). 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 (động vật)

Phylum

Arthropoda (động vật Chân khớp)

Class

Insecta (côn trùng)

Order

Lepidoptera (bộ Cánh vảy)

Species

Thymelicus sylvestris (small skipper)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish dorada línea larga

French bande noire

German Braunkolbiger Braundickkopffalter

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of small skipper?

The scientific name of small skipper is Thymelicus sylvestris. It belongs to the genus Thymelicus.

What is the conservation status of small skipper?

small skipper (Thymelicus sylvestris) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

Where does small skipper live?

small skipper is found in Found across Europe (37 countries) and North America (United States). 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 small skipper belong to?

small skipper (Thymelicus sylvestris) belongs to the genus Thymelicus, which is part of the taxonomic family Hesperiidae.

Is small skipper endangered?

Yes, small skipper (Thymelicus sylvestris) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does small skipper belong to?

small skipper (Thymelicus sylvestris) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (động vật).

What are the closest relatives of small skipper?

The closest relatives of small skipper in the genus Thymelicus include Essex Skipper, lulworth skipper, Levantine Skipper.