Pheidole oculata
VU

Pheidole oculata

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 oculata faces severe habitat degradation from agricultural expansion and urban development across its limited range in the Caribbean. The species' specialized nesting requirements in specific soil types make it particularly vulnerable to land conversion and soil disturbance. Climate change poses an additional threat through altered precipitation patterns that could disrupt the delicate moisture balance required for colony survival.

Threat summary

Habitat

This ant species inhabits tropical dry forests and scrublands in the Caribbean, typically nesting in well-drained sandy or clay soils. The species shows preference for areas with moderate canopy cover that provide protection while maintaining suitable soil temperature and moisture conditions.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Pheidole oculata classified as Vulnerable?
Pheidole oculata 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 oculata faces severe habitat degradation from agricultural expansion and urban development across its limited range in the Caribbean. The species' specialized nesting requirements in specific soil types make it particularly vulnerable to land conversion and soil disturbance. Climate change poses an additional threat through altered precipitation patterns that could disrupt the delicate moisture balance required for colony survival.
Where does Pheidole oculata live?
Pheidole oculata occurs in Madagascar. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Pheidole oculata?
The main threats to Pheidole oculata 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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