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Bursera collina

Declining

Overview

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

Bursera collina faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and livestock grazing in its restricted range within Mexico's tropical dry forests. The species' limited distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, while its slow growth rate hampers natural recovery from disturbances. Unregulated collection for traditional medicinal uses and timber extraction further compound population decline pressures.

Threat summary

Habitat

Bursera collina inhabits tropical dry forests and semi-deciduous woodlands in western Mexico, typically growing on rocky slopes and hillsides at elevations between 200-800 meters. The species thrives in well-drained soils with seasonal rainfall patterns characteristic of the Pacific coastal regions.

Forest· majorForest - Subtropical/tropical dry· majorShrubland· majorMarine neritic· major

Conservation measures underway

Species managementSpecies recoveryEx-situ conservationLinked enterprises & livelihood alternatives

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Bursera collina classified as Endangered?
Bursera collina is classified as Endangered — facing a very high risk of extinction in the wild — because population numbers are declining steeply and key habitats are under sustained pressure. Bursera collina faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and livestock grazing in its restricted range within Mexico's tropical dry forests. The species' limited distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, while its slow growth rate hampers natural recovery from disturbances. Unregulated collection for traditional medicinal uses and timber extraction further compound population decline pressures.
Where does Bursera collina live?
Bursera collina occurs in Mexico. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Bursera collina?
The main threats to Bursera collina 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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