VU

Doronomyrmex pocahontas

Unknown

Overview

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

Doronomyrmex pocahontas faces significant threats from habitat destruction due to urban development and agricultural expansion across its limited range in the southeastern United States. The species' specialized nesting requirements in sandy soils make it particularly vulnerable to ground disturbance and soil compaction from construction activities. Climate change poses an additional threat through altered precipitation patterns that could affect the moisture levels critical for colony survival.

Threat summary

Habitat

This ant species inhabits sandy soils in open woodlands, forest edges, and disturbed areas throughout the southeastern United States. The colonies require well-drained sandy substrates for nesting and are typically found in areas with partial canopy cover.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Doronomyrmex pocahontas classified as Vulnerable?
Doronomyrmex pocahontas is classified as Vulnerable because the population is declining and the species faces a high risk of extinction in the medium-term future if current pressures continue. Doronomyrmex pocahontas faces significant threats from habitat destruction due to urban development and agricultural expansion across its limited range in the southeastern United States. The species' specialized nesting requirements in sandy soils make it particularly vulnerable to ground disturbance and soil compaction from construction activities. Climate change poses an additional threat through altered precipitation patterns that could affect the moisture levels critical for colony survival.
Where does Doronomyrmex pocahontas live?
Doronomyrmex pocahontas 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 Doronomyrmex pocahontas?
The main threats to Doronomyrmex pocahontas 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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