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Lorquin's Admiral

Limenitis lorquini

Taxonomy

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

About

Lorquin's admiral (Limenitis lorquini) is a butterfly in the Nymphalinae subfamily. The butterfly is named after Pierre Joseph Michel Lorquin, a French naturalist who came to California from France during the Gold Rush, and made important discoveries on the natural history of the terrain.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Lorquin's Admiral?
The scientific name of Lorquin's Admiral is Limenitis lorquini.
What kingdom does Lorquin's Admiral belong to?
Lorquin's Admiral belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Lorquin's Admiral belong to?
Lorquin's Admiral belongs to the phylum Arthropoda.
What class does Lorquin's Admiral belong to?
Lorquin's Admiral belongs to the class Insecta.
What order does Lorquin's Admiral belong to?
Lorquin's Admiral belongs to the order Lepidoptera.
What family does Lorquin's Admiral belong to?
Lorquin's Admiral belongs to the family Nymphalidae.
What genus does Lorquin's Admiral belong to?
Lorquin's Admiral belongs to the genus Limenitis.