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Indolpium loyolae

Indolpium loyolae

Sri Lanka, India
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

Distribution. India (Tamil Nadu: Nungambakkam, Chennai (as Madras); type locality); Sri Lanka. Previous records. Northern Province: Point Pedro, Gaint’s tank, Pulian, Nedunleni, Nadhu Road (= Madhu Road), Murunkan; North Central Province: Blut Oya?, Ambegaswewa, Mihintale; Central Province: Kandy, Weragamthota; Eastern Province: Kantale; Uva Province: Inginiyagala; Sabaragamuwa Province: Ratnapura (Beier 1973). New records. Eastern Province: Ampara District: L 12 & L 13; Batticaloa District: L 39; Central Province: Matale District: L 17; Nuwara Eliya District: L 19; North Western Province: Puttalam District: L 22.
Biology & Conservation

Ecologically, the conservation status of Indolpium loyolae 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 Indolpium loyolae.

Energy & Activity Profile
Habitat & Adaptation Index
Quick Facts
Native RangeSri Lanka, India
Habitat RangeForest
Lifespan
StatusData Deficient
ScientificIndolpium loyolae
Registry Info
LifespanUnknown
KingdomAnimalia
FamilyOlpiidae