VU

Myrmica myrmicoxena

Unknown

Overview

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

Myrmica myrmicoxena faces severe threats from habitat destruction due to agricultural expansion and urban development across its limited range. The species' specialized nesting requirements in specific soil types make it particularly vulnerable to land-use changes. Climate change poses an additional threat by altering the microhabitat conditions essential for colony establishment and survival.

Threat summary

Habitat

This ant species inhabits specialized microhabitats in temperate grasslands and woodland edges, requiring specific soil conditions for nest construction. The species shows strong preference for areas with particular moisture levels and vegetation structure that support its complex social colony requirements.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Myrmica myrmicoxena classified as Vulnerable?
Myrmica myrmicoxena 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. Myrmica myrmicoxena faces severe threats from habitat destruction due to agricultural expansion and urban development across its limited range. The species' specialized nesting requirements in specific soil types make it particularly vulnerable to land-use changes. Climate change poses an additional threat by altering the microhabitat conditions essential for colony establishment and survival.
Where does Myrmica myrmicoxena live?
Myrmica myrmicoxena occurs in Switzerland. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Myrmica myrmicoxena?
The main threats to Myrmica myrmicoxena 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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