Prioria copaifera
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Prioria copaifera

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Overview

Prioria copaifera is a tree in the family Fabaceae. It is native to tropical regions of Central and South America, where it occurs in tidal estuaries behind the mangrove fringe. It ranges from Nicaragua to Colombia and is also found in Jamaica.

Cativo (Prioria copaifera) is declining primarily due to extensive logging for its valuable timber, which is highly prized for construction and boat building. Habitat destruction from deforestation, agricultural expansion, and urban development has significantly reduced its natural range across Central America and northern South America.

Threat summary

Other threatened species in Fabaceae

Macrolobium pittieriEN

Macrolobium pittieri

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Chamaecrista cupeyalensis

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Mexican royal ebony

Swartzia cubensis

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Galactia rotundata

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Prioria copaifera classified as Endangered?
Prioria copaifera 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. Cativo (Prioria copaifera) is declining primarily due to extensive logging for its valuable timber, which is highly prized for construction and boat building. Habitat destruction from deforestation, agricultural expansion, and urban development has significantly reduced its natural range across Central America and northern South America.
Where does Prioria copaifera live?
Prioria copaifera 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 Prioria copaifera?
The main threats to Prioria copaifera 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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