VU

Oxyepoecus daguerrei

Unknown

Overview

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

Oxyepoecus daguerrei faces significant pressure from agricultural expansion and urbanization throughout its limited range in South America. The species' specialized habitat requirements make it particularly vulnerable to forest fragmentation, as small isolated populations struggle to maintain genetic diversity. Pesticide use in surrounding agricultural areas poses additional risks to colony survival and reproductive success.

Threat summary

Habitat

This ant species inhabits humid forest environments and forest edges in South America, typically nesting in soil or leaf litter. The species shows preference for areas with stable moisture levels and dense canopy cover that provide protection from temperature extremes.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Oxyepoecus daguerrei classified as Vulnerable?
Oxyepoecus daguerrei 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. Oxyepoecus daguerrei faces significant pressure from agricultural expansion and urbanization throughout its limited range in South America. The species' specialized habitat requirements make it particularly vulnerable to forest fragmentation, as small isolated populations struggle to maintain genetic diversity. Pesticide use in surrounding agricultural areas poses additional risks to colony survival and reproductive success.
Where does Oxyepoecus daguerrei live?
Oxyepoecus daguerrei occurs in Argentina. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Oxyepoecus daguerrei?
The main threats to Oxyepoecus daguerrei 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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