VU

Pheidole microgyna

Unknown

Overview

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

Pheidole microgyna faces severe habitat degradation from agricultural expansion and urban development across its limited range in Madagascar's eastern rainforests. The species' specialized nesting requirements in decaying wood and leaf litter make it particularly vulnerable to forest fragmentation and changes in microhabitat conditions. Invasive ant species introduced through human activities pose additional competitive pressure on this endemic species.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits the leaf litter and decaying wood of Madagascar's eastern rainforests, typically nesting in rotting logs and beneath fallen branches in humid forest understory environments. The ant requires specific microhabitat conditions with consistent moisture levels and abundant organic matter for colony establishment.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Pheidole microgyna classified as Vulnerable?
Pheidole microgyna 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 microgyna faces severe habitat degradation from agricultural expansion and urban development across its limited range in Madagascar's eastern rainforests. The species' specialized nesting requirements in decaying wood and leaf litter make it particularly vulnerable to forest fragmentation and changes in microhabitat conditions. Invasive ant species introduced through human activities pose additional competitive pressure on this endemic species.
Where does Pheidole microgyna live?
Pheidole microgyna occurs in Guyana, and Mexico. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Pheidole microgyna?
The main threats to Pheidole microgyna 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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