Map

Araschnia levana

Taxonomy

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

About

The map (Araschnia levana) is a butterfly of the Nymphalidae family. It is common throughout the lowlands of central and eastern Europe, and is expanding its range in western Europe. A. levana was found in northern Scandinavia on May 30, 1973, in south-eastern Finland, in Lauritsala, by a young lepidopterist, Mr Jouko E. Hokka. The specimen was the first known A. levana in northern Europe, excluding Denmark.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Map?
The scientific name of Map is Araschnia levana.
What kingdom does Map belong to?
Map belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Map belong to?
Map belongs to the phylum Arthropoda.
What class does Map belong to?
Map belongs to the class Insecta.
What order does Map belong to?
Map belongs to the order Lepidoptera.
What family does Map belong to?
Map belongs to the family Nymphalidae.
What genus does Map belong to?
Map belongs to the genus Araschnia.