VUVulnerable
Photinus palaciosi
Declining
Overview
A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.
Habitat
Forest· majorCaves and subterranean habitats· major
Conservation measures underway
Site/area protection
Other threatened species in LAMPYRIDAE
Threatened in Mexico
Frequently asked questions
Why is Photinus palaciosi classified as Vulnerable?
Photinus palaciosi 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, per the IUCN Red List assessment recorded in the SpeciesRadar database.
Where does Photinus palaciosi live?
Photinus palaciosi occurs in Mexico. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Photinus palaciosi?
The main threats to Photinus palaciosi are 1.1, 2.1, 5.3, and 5.4. The full IUCN-classified threat record for this species is detailed on the species page.
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