Pheidole neokohli
VU

Pheidole neokohli

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.

Pheidole neokohli faces significant pressure from habitat destruction as its native forest ecosystems are converted for agricultural use and urban development. The species' limited geographic range makes it particularly vulnerable to localized environmental changes and human encroachment. Climate change poses an additional threat by altering the temperature and humidity conditions essential for this ant species' survival and colony establishment.

Threat summary

Habitat

Pheidole neokohli inhabits tropical and subtropical forest environments, typically found in leaf litter and soil layers of primary and secondary forests. The species requires specific microhabitat conditions with adequate moisture levels and organic matter for successful colony establishment and foraging activities.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Pheidole neokohli classified as Vulnerable?
Pheidole neokohli 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 neokohli faces significant pressure from habitat destruction as its native forest ecosystems are converted for agricultural use and urban development. The species' limited geographic range makes it particularly vulnerable to localized environmental changes and human encroachment. Climate change poses an additional threat by altering the temperature and humidity conditions essential for this ant species' survival and colony establishment.
Where does Pheidole neokohli live?
Pheidole neokohli occurs in Congo - Kinshasa. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Pheidole neokohli?
The main threats to Pheidole neokohli 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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