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Myrmecia inquilina

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Overview

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

Myrmecia inquilina faces severe threats from habitat destruction and fragmentation across its limited range in southeastern Australia. As a social parasite dependent on specific host Myrmecia species, the decline of host ant populations directly threatens its survival. Urban development, agricultural expansion, and altered fire regimes have reduced suitable eucalyptus woodland habitats where both the species and its hosts occur.

Threat summary

Habitat

Myrmecia inquilina inhabits eucalyptus woodlands and open forests in southeastern Australia, particularly areas with sandy soils that support colonies of its host Myrmecia species. The species requires intact woodland ecosystems with appropriate ground cover and nesting sites for both the parasite and its host ants.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Myrmecia inquilina classified as Vulnerable?
Myrmecia inquilina 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. Myrmecia inquilina faces severe threats from habitat destruction and fragmentation across its limited range in southeastern Australia. As a social parasite dependent on specific host Myrmecia species, the decline of host ant populations directly threatens its survival. Urban development, agricultural expansion, and altered fire regimes have reduced suitable eucalyptus woodland habitats where both the species and its hosts occur.
Where does Myrmecia inquilina live?
Myrmecia inquilina 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 Myrmecia inquilina?
The main threats to Myrmecia inquilina 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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