Myrmica myrmicoxena
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.
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.
