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Caradrina gyulaii

Caradrina gyulaii

Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, China
Status
Not Evaluated

IUCN conservation assessment category

Habitat
Desert

Primary ecological niche & biome

Diet
Omnivorous

Dietary type and primary food source

Activity
Diurnal

Diurnal, nocturnal, or active patterns

Scientific Summary

GBIF Taxonomic Backbone & Wikipedia Registry Profile

Diagnosis. Externally, the species has no significant differences from C. (E.) fergana Staudinger, 1892 (Figs 6, 16, 20) belonging to another species group, and differs clearly only by the genitalia structure: in the male genitalia C. gyulaii has asymmetrical bird head-like cuculli, much weaker costal extensions, shorter aedeagus and broader and non twisted vesica; in the female genitalia C. gyulaii has somewhat shorter ovipositor, somewhat shorter apophyses anteriores, platelike antevaginal plate (in C. fergana antevaginal plate horseshoe-like), much shorter ductus bursae, stronger sclerotised and posteriorly narrower corpus bursae, and much larger and stronger sclerotised appendix bursae.
Biology & Conservation

Ecologically, the conservation status of Caradrina gyulaii is officially designated as Not Evaluated. Current field registries estimate a global population composed of an unquantified number of individuals, making habitat preservation critical to maintaining their wild populations.

It is typically endemic to desert, showing great physiological synergy with its surroundings. In terms of dietary preferences, it relies primarily on a diet of diverse organic matter. It exhibits specialized adaptations centered around a its natural cycle activity pattern, optimizing its energy conservation and interactions within its native ecosystem.

Ongoing biological monitoring and ecological advocacy emphasize the importance of protecting this species. The stability of its food chain and the prevention of fragmentation in its primary range are vital for the continued survival of Caradrina gyulaii.

Energy & Activity Profile
Habitat & Adaptation Index
Quick Facts
Native RangeTurkmenistan, Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, China
Habitat RangeDesert
Lifespan
StatusData Deficient
ScientificCaradrina gyulaii
Registry Info
LifespanUnknown
KingdomAnimalia
FamilyNoctuidae