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Ceiba rubriflora

Declining

Overview

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

Ceiba rubriflora faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and cattle ranching across its limited range in the Caatinga and Atlantic Forest regions of northeastern Brazil. Deforestation for sugarcane plantations and urban development has fragmented remaining populations, while the species' slow growth rate and specific soil requirements make natural regeneration extremely difficult in degraded areas.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic Brazilian tree species inhabits dry forests and woodland savannas of the Caatinga biome and transitional zones with Atlantic Forest. It typically grows on well-drained soils in semi-arid regions of northeastern Brazil, particularly in Pernambuco and surrounding states.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Ceiba rubriflora classified as Endangered?
Ceiba rubriflora 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. Ceiba rubriflora faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and cattle ranching across its limited range in the Caatinga and Atlantic Forest regions of northeastern Brazil. Deforestation for sugarcane plantations and urban development has fragmented remaining populations, while the species' slow growth rate and specific soil requirements make natural regeneration extremely difficult in degraded areas.
Where does Ceiba rubriflora live?
Ceiba rubriflora 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 Ceiba rubriflora?
The main threats to Ceiba rubriflora 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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