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Bursera pereirae

Declining

Overview

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

Bursera pereirae faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and cattle ranching throughout its limited range in western Mexico. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat conversion, while its slow growth rate hampers natural recovery. Overexploitation for traditional medicinal uses and timber extraction further compounds population decline pressures.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic tree species inhabits tropical dry forests and semi-deciduous woodlands in the Pacific coastal regions of western Mexico. It typically grows on rocky slopes and canyon walls at elevations between 200-800 meters, often in areas with pronounced dry seasons.

Savanna· major

Other threatened species in BURSERACEAE

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Dacryodes trapnellii

Unknown
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Commiphora gardoensis

Unknown
VU

Bursera bolivarii

Stable
VU

Bursera aspleniifolia

Declining

Frequently asked questions

Why is Bursera pereirae classified as Endangered?
Bursera pereirae 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 pereirae faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and cattle ranching throughout its limited range in western Mexico. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat conversion, while its slow growth rate hampers natural recovery. Overexploitation for traditional medicinal uses and timber extraction further compounds population decline pressures.
Where does Bursera pereirae live?
Bursera pereirae occurs in across multiple regions. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Bursera pereirae?
The main threats to Bursera pereirae 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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