A gap in the data is making this species appear vulnerable, when there is no indication that this is the case. Gaps in the taxonomic record do not represent real gaps and likely reflect a lack of collection effort, especially in the north. This species is likely more widespread in the territory, and it appears to have relatively general habitat requirements (see occurrences). It is also found in neighboring regions as such there could be input from neighboring areas (Griffiths 2003). Therefore this species is unlikely to be vulnerable. Despite limited records, this species could be more prevalent than records would suggest in the Northwest Territories (see occurrences). In addition, this is widely distributed throughout low arctic and boreal areas North America, has widespread habitat requirements, and is present in neighboring regions (Griffiths 2003). A conservative assessment would put this species at secure to apparently secure in the Northwest Territories, since although there is no indication that this species is under any threat, it is possible.