Papilio neumoegeni
VU

Papilio neumoegeni

Unknown

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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.

Papilio neumoegeni faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat conversion across its limited range in the Philippines. Mining activities and agricultural expansion have fragmented the remaining forest patches where this swallowtail depends on specific host plants. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized habitat destruction, while climate change may alter the montane forest conditions it requires.

Threat summary

Habitat

This swallowtail butterfly inhabits montane forests and forest edges in the Philippines, typically at elevations between 800-1,500 meters. It requires intact forest ecosystems with specific host plants from the Rutaceae family for larval development.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Papilio neumoegeni classified as Vulnerable?
Papilio neumoegeni 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. Papilio neumoegeni faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat conversion across its limited range in the Philippines. Mining activities and agricultural expansion have fragmented the remaining forest patches where this swallowtail depends on specific host plants. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized habitat destruction, while climate change may alter the montane forest conditions it requires.
Where does Papilio neumoegeni live?
Papilio neumoegeni occurs in Indonesia. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Papilio neumoegeni?
The main threats to Papilio neumoegeni 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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