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Niphanda fusca

Niphanda fusca

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia β€ΊPhylum: Arthropoda β€ΊClass: Insecta β€ΊOrder: Lepidoptera β€ΊFamily: Lycaenidae β€ΊGenus: Niphanda

About

Niphanda fusca is a parasitic butterfly primarily found in East Asian countries such as Japan and Korea. It is a "cuckoo-type" parasite of the ant Camponotus japonicus. It utilizes chemical mimicry to trick the host worker ants into adopting it while it is a third-instar caterpillar. From there, it is fed mouth-to-mouth by the worker ants as though it were one of their own young.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Niphanda fusca?
The scientific name of Niphanda fusca is Niphanda fusca.
What is the conservation status of Niphanda fusca?
The Niphanda fusca has a conservation status of Endangered.
What kingdom does Niphanda fusca belong to?
Niphanda fusca belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Niphanda fusca belong to?
Niphanda fusca belongs to the phylum Arthropoda.
What class does Niphanda fusca belong to?
Niphanda fusca belongs to the class Insecta.
What order does Niphanda fusca belong to?
Niphanda fusca belongs to the order Lepidoptera.
What family does Niphanda fusca belong to?
Niphanda fusca belongs to the family Lycaenidae.
What genus does Niphanda fusca belong to?
Niphanda fusca belongs to the genus Niphanda.