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Alatococcus siqueirae

Declining

Overview

A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.

Alatococcus siqueirae faces severe threats from habitat destruction due to urban expansion and agricultural conversion in its limited range. The species' highly restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized environmental changes and human activities. Invasive plant species may also alter the microhabitat conditions required by this specialized scale insect.

Threat summary

Habitat

This scale insect species inhabits specific host plants in tropical or subtropical environments, likely requiring particular microclimatic conditions for survival. Its habitat preferences appear to be highly specialized, contributing to its restricted geographic distribution.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Alatococcus siqueirae classified as Endangered?
Alatococcus siqueirae is classified as Endangered — facing a very high risk of extinction in the wild — because population numbers are declining steeply and key habitats are under sustained pressure. Alatococcus siqueirae faces severe threats from habitat destruction due to urban expansion and agricultural conversion in its limited range. The species' highly restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized environmental changes and human activities. Invasive plant species may also alter the microhabitat conditions required by this specialized scale insect.
Where does Alatococcus siqueirae live?
Alatococcus siqueirae occurs in across multiple regions. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Alatococcus siqueirae?
The main threats to Alatococcus siqueirae are ai-1, ai-2, ai-3, and ai-4. The full IUCN-classified threat record for this species is detailed on the species page.

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