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Coccoloba fastigiata

Declining

Overview

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

Coccoloba fastigiata faces severe pressure from coastal development and tourism infrastructure expansion across its limited Caribbean range. The species' restricted distribution to coastal areas makes it particularly vulnerable to sea-level rise and increased storm intensity associated with climate change. Habitat fragmentation from resort construction and beachfront development has isolated remaining populations, reducing genetic diversity and limiting natural regeneration.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits coastal dry forests, beach margins, and rocky shoreline areas throughout the Caribbean islands. It typically grows in sandy or rocky soils near the coast, often forming part of the natural vegetation buffer between marine and terrestrial environments.

Conservation measures underway

Ex-situ conservation

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Coccoloba llewelynii

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Coccoloba chiapensis

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VU

Ruprechtia costaricensis

Unknown

Frequently asked questions

Why is Coccoloba fastigiata classified as Endangered?
Coccoloba fastigiata 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. Coccoloba fastigiata faces severe pressure from coastal development and tourism infrastructure expansion across its limited Caribbean range. The species' restricted distribution to coastal areas makes it particularly vulnerable to sea-level rise and increased storm intensity associated with climate change. Habitat fragmentation from resort construction and beachfront development has isolated remaining populations, reducing genetic diversity and limiting natural regeneration.
Where does Coccoloba fastigiata live?
Coccoloba fastigiata 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 Coccoloba fastigiata?
The main threats to Coccoloba fastigiata 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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