Strongylognathus caeciliae
VU

Strongylognathus caeciliae

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.

Strongylognathus caeciliae faces severe threats from habitat destruction due to urban development and agricultural expansion in its limited Mediterranean range. The species' highly specialized parasitic lifestyle makes it particularly vulnerable to disruption of host ant colonies, while climate change poses additional risks through altered precipitation patterns affecting both the species and its hosts. Small population sizes and restricted distribution further amplify extinction risk from local disturbances.

Threat summary

Habitat

This specialized parasitic ant inhabits Mediterranean scrubland and oak woodland environments, typically in areas with well-drained soils and sparse vegetation cover. The species requires proximity to colonies of its host ant species, limiting its distribution to specific microhabitats within the broader Mediterranean ecosystem.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Strongylognathus caeciliae classified as Vulnerable?
Strongylognathus caeciliae 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 caeciliae faces severe threats from habitat destruction due to urban development and agricultural expansion in its limited Mediterranean range. The species' highly specialized parasitic lifestyle makes it particularly vulnerable to disruption of host ant colonies, while climate change poses additional risks through altered precipitation patterns affecting both the species and its hosts. Small population sizes and restricted distribution further amplify extinction risk from local disturbances.
Where does Strongylognathus caeciliae live?
Strongylognathus caeciliae occurs in Portugal, and Spain. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Strongylognathus caeciliae?
The main threats to Strongylognathus caeciliae 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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