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Western Demoiselle

Calopteryx xanthostoma

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Arthropoda ›Class: Insecta ›Order: Odonata ›Family: Calopterygidae ›Genus: Calopteryx

About

The western demoiselle or yellow-tailed demoiselle (Calopteryx xanthostoma) is a species of damselfly belonging to the family Calopterygidae. It replaces the banded demoiselle (C. splendens) in southern France and the Iberian Peninsula, and is sometimes considered a subspecies of that species (hybrids frequently occur in areas where they overlap).

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Western Demoiselle?
The scientific name of Western Demoiselle is Calopteryx xanthostoma.
What is the conservation status of Western Demoiselle?
The Western Demoiselle has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Western Demoiselle belong to?
Western Demoiselle belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Western Demoiselle belong to?
Western Demoiselle belongs to the phylum Arthropoda.
What class does Western Demoiselle belong to?
Western Demoiselle belongs to the class Insecta.
What order does Western Demoiselle belong to?
Western Demoiselle belongs to the order Odonata.
What family does Western Demoiselle belong to?
Western Demoiselle belongs to the family Calopterygidae.
What genus does Western Demoiselle belong to?
Western Demoiselle belongs to the genus Calopteryx.