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Baltimore Checkerspot

Euphydryas phaeton

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Arthropoda ›Class: Insecta ›Order: Lepidoptera ›Family: Nymphalidae ›Genus: Euphydryas

About

The Baltimore checkerspot (Euphydryas phaeton”) is a North American butterfly of the family Nymphalidae. It has been the official state insect of the U.S. State of Maryland since 1973.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Baltimore Checkerspot?
The scientific name of Baltimore Checkerspot is Euphydryas phaeton.
What kingdom does Baltimore Checkerspot belong to?
Baltimore Checkerspot belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Baltimore Checkerspot belong to?
Baltimore Checkerspot belongs to the phylum Arthropoda.
What class does Baltimore Checkerspot belong to?
Baltimore Checkerspot belongs to the class Insecta.
What order does Baltimore Checkerspot belong to?
Baltimore Checkerspot belongs to the order Lepidoptera.
What family does Baltimore Checkerspot belong to?
Baltimore Checkerspot belongs to the family Nymphalidae.
What genus does Baltimore Checkerspot belong to?
Baltimore Checkerspot belongs to the genus Euphydryas.