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Aurivillius’ Common False Head

Oxylides albata

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Arthropoda ›Class: Insecta ›Order: Lepidoptera ›Family: Lycaenidae ›Genus: Oxylides

About

Oxylides albata, Aurivillius' common false head, is a butterfly in the family Lycaenidae. It is found in Nigeria (the Cross River Loop), Cameroon, the Republic of the Congo, the Central African Republic, the Democratic Republic of the Congo (Mongala, Uele, Tshopo, Ituri and Equateur), western Uganda and Rwanda.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Aurivillius’ Common False Head?
The scientific name of Aurivillius’ Common False Head is Oxylides albata.
What kingdom does Aurivillius’ Common False Head belong to?
Aurivillius’ Common False Head belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Aurivillius’ Common False Head belong to?
Aurivillius’ Common False Head belongs to the phylum Arthropoda.
What class does Aurivillius’ Common False Head belong to?
Aurivillius’ Common False Head belongs to the class Insecta.
What order does Aurivillius’ Common False Head belong to?
Aurivillius’ Common False Head belongs to the order Lepidoptera.
What family does Aurivillius’ Common False Head belong to?
Aurivillius’ Common False Head belongs to the family Lycaenidae.
What genus does Aurivillius’ Common False Head belong to?
Aurivillius’ Common False Head belongs to the genus Oxylides.