VU

Pheidole lanuginosa

Unknown

Overview

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

Pheidole lanuginosa faces significant pressure from habitat destruction as its native forest ecosystems are cleared for agricultural expansion and urban development. The species' specialized nesting requirements and limited dispersal ability make it particularly vulnerable to fragmentation of remaining forest patches. Climate change poses an additional threat through altered precipitation patterns that could disrupt the delicate moisture conditions this ant species requires for colony establishment and survival.

Threat summary

Habitat

This ant species inhabits humid tropical and subtropical forests, typically nesting in soil and leaf litter in areas with consistent moisture levels. The species shows preference for undisturbed forest understory environments with rich organic matter and stable microclimate conditions.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Pheidole lanuginosa classified as Vulnerable?
Pheidole lanuginosa 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. Pheidole lanuginosa faces significant pressure from habitat destruction as its native forest ecosystems are cleared for agricultural expansion and urban development. The species' specialized nesting requirements and limited dispersal ability make it particularly vulnerable to fragmentation of remaining forest patches. Climate change poses an additional threat through altered precipitation patterns that could disrupt the delicate moisture conditions this ant species requires for colony establishment and survival.
Where does Pheidole lanuginosa live?
Pheidole lanuginosa 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 Pheidole lanuginosa?
The main threats to Pheidole lanuginosa 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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