
National Parks/ Sanctuaries
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Common Names
woodland brown
Regions
AustriaCroatiaCzech Republic
Population
10,000
Habitat
Warm, open areas in damp deciduous or mixed forests
Weight(in lbs) and Life Span
relatively small, wi... and 2.5 to 15 days
Regions
Austria, Croatia, Czech Republic, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Hungary, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Poland, Serbia and Montenegro, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Ukraine
The Woodland bron (Lopinga achine) is a butterfly species with an estimated remaining population strongly in decline despite its range. The primary threats are habitat loss and degradation due to the drainage of mires and peatlands, which are their specialized habitat. Climate change and changes in land use practices also contribute to the decline of this species.
Activity Instructions
- Draw the Animal: Use the next page to draw a picture of the animal. Use your imagination and make it colorful!
- Write an Essay: Write a short essay about the conservation efforts to save this animal. Here are some questions to guide you:
- Why is this species important in its ecosystem?
- What are the threats it faces, and how can we help?
- What do you find most interesting about this species?
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