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Cephaloleia antennalis

Cephaloleia antennalis

Costa Rica, Guatemala, Brazil, Panama
Status
Not Evaluated

IUCN conservation assessment category

Habitat
Forest

Primary ecological niche & biome

Diet
Omnivorous

Dietary type and primary food source

Activity
Diurnal

Diurnal, nocturnal, or active patterns

Scientific Summary

GBIF Taxonomic Backbone & Wikipedia Registry Profile

<p>COSTA RICA: Alajuela- Res. For. San Ramón, 900 m, March 12, 1990 (INBIO). Cartago- Quebrada Segunda, Ref. Nac. Fauna Silv. Tapantí, 1250 m, Abr 1992 (INBIO); Turrialba (USNM). Guanacaste- Río San Lorenzo, 1050 m, Tierras Morenas, Z.P. Tenorio, 28 mar- 21 abr 1992, Jul 1991, 10-20 feb 1992, Oct 1992 (INBIO). Heredia- La Selva, 18 May 1993 (SEMC). Limón- Sector Cerro Cocorí, Fca. de E. Rojas, 150 m, 28 may a 17 jun 1992 (INBIO); Esta. Cuatro Esquinas, 0 m, P. N. Tortuguero, 27 mar- 29 abr 1992 (INBIO); Hamburg Farm, Reventazón, Ebene Limón, 27-IV-34, 23-II-34 (USNM). Puntarenas- Est. Biol. Las Alturas, 1500 m, Coto Brus, 23 mar a 2 may 1992 (INBIO); Golfito, 10-200 m, 28 May 1993 (SEMC); Rancho Quemado, 200 m, Peninsula de Osa, Abr 1992, 21 mar a 7 abr 1992 (INBIO); Osa Peninsula near Rincón, 31.VII, 3.viii.1968 (CHAH); Est. Sirena, P.N. Corcovado, Set 1991, Nov 1989, Feb 1990, 21 mar a 21 abr 1992, 28 may a 17 jun 1992 (INBIO). (Staines, 1996).</p>
Biology & Conservation

Ecologically, the conservation status of Cephaloleia antennalis is officially designated as Not Evaluated. Current field registries estimate a global population composed of an unquantified number of individuals, making habitat preservation critical to maintaining their wild populations.

It is typically endemic to forest, showing great physiological synergy with its surroundings. In terms of dietary preferences, it relies primarily on a diet of diverse organic matter. It exhibits specialized adaptations centered around a its natural cycle activity pattern, optimizing its energy conservation and interactions within its native ecosystem.

Ongoing biological monitoring and ecological advocacy emphasize the importance of protecting this species. The stability of its food chain and the prevention of fragmentation in its primary range are vital for the continued survival of Cephaloleia antennalis.

Energy & Activity Profile
Habitat & Adaptation Index
Quick Facts
Native RangeCosta Rica, Guatemala, Brazil, Panama
Habitat RangeForest
Lifespan
StatusData Deficient
ScientificCephaloleia antennalis
Registry Info
LifespanUnknown
KingdomAnimalia
FamilyChrysomelidae