VU

Plagiolepis ampeloni

Unknown

Overview

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

Plagiolepis ampeloni faces severe habitat degradation due to urban development and agricultural expansion across its limited Mediterranean range. The species' specialized nesting requirements in rocky crevices and sparse vegetation make it particularly vulnerable to landscape modification. 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 Mediterranean ant species inhabits dry, rocky slopes and scrubland areas with sparse vegetation, typically nesting in crevices between stones and under small shrubs. The species shows a strong preference for calcareous substrates and areas with specific microclimatic conditions that provide adequate moisture retention.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Plagiolepis ampeloni classified as Vulnerable?
Plagiolepis ampeloni 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. Plagiolepis ampeloni faces severe habitat degradation due to urban development and agricultural expansion across its limited Mediterranean range. The species' specialized nesting requirements in rocky crevices and sparse vegetation make it particularly vulnerable to landscape modification. Climate change poses an additional threat through altered precipitation patterns that could disrupt the delicate moisture balance required for colony survival.
Where does Plagiolepis ampeloni live?
Plagiolepis ampeloni occurs in Hungary. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Plagiolepis ampeloni?
The main threats to Plagiolepis ampeloni 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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