VU

Strongylognathus alpinus

Unknown

Overview

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

Strongylognathus alpinus faces significant threats from climate change as warming temperatures push suitable alpine habitats to higher elevations, reducing available territory. Habitat fragmentation from ski resort development and tourism infrastructure in the Alps disrupts colony establishment and limits dispersal between populations. The species' specialized parasitic lifestyle makes it particularly vulnerable to declines in its host ant species, creating cascading effects throughout its limited range.

Threat summary

Habitat

This alpine ant species inhabits high-elevation meadows, grasslands, and rocky slopes in the European Alps, typically found between 1,500-2,500 meters elevation. It requires specific microhabitats that support both its own colonies and those of its host ant species in areas with suitable soil conditions for nest construction.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Strongylognathus alpinus classified as Vulnerable?
Strongylognathus alpinus 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. Strongylognathus alpinus faces significant threats from climate change as warming temperatures push suitable alpine habitats to higher elevations, reducing available territory. Habitat fragmentation from ski resort development and tourism infrastructure in the Alps disrupts colony establishment and limits dispersal between populations. The species' specialized parasitic lifestyle makes it particularly vulnerable to declines in its host ant species, creating cascading effects throughout its limited range.
Where does Strongylognathus alpinus live?
Strongylognathus alpinus occurs in France, and Switzerland. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Strongylognathus alpinus?
The main threats to Strongylognathus alpinus 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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