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Provençal Fritillary

Melitaea deione

Taxonomy

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

About

The Provençal fritillary (Melitaea deione) is a butterfly in the family Nymphalidae. It is found in south-western Europe and North Africa. The range extends from the Iberian Peninsula to southern France and the Alps in Switzerland and Italy. It is also found in the Atlas Mountains.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Provençal Fritillary?
The scientific name of Provençal Fritillary is Melitaea deione.
What is the conservation status of Provençal Fritillary?
The Provençal Fritillary has a conservation status of Endangered.
What kingdom does Provençal Fritillary belong to?
Provençal Fritillary belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Provençal Fritillary belong to?
Provençal Fritillary belongs to the phylum Arthropoda.
What class does Provençal Fritillary belong to?
Provençal Fritillary belongs to the class Insecta.
What order does Provençal Fritillary belong to?
Provençal Fritillary belongs to the order Lepidoptera.
What family does Provençal Fritillary belong to?
Provençal Fritillary belongs to the family Nymphalidae.
What genus does Provençal Fritillary belong to?
Provençal Fritillary belongs to the genus Melitaea.