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Coccoloba gigantifolia

Declining

Overview

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

Coccoloba gigantifolia faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its limited range in the Caribbean. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, while coastal development threatens remaining populations in lowland areas. Climate change poses additional risks through altered precipitation patterns and increased storm intensity affecting its specialized habitat requirements.

Threat summary

Habitat

Coccoloba gigantifolia inhabits tropical dry forests and coastal woodlands in the Caribbean, typically growing in well-drained soils at low to moderate elevations. The species shows preference for areas with seasonal rainfall patterns and is often found along forest edges and in secondary growth areas.

Conservation measures underway

Ex-situ conservation

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Coccoloba llewelynii

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Coccoloba gigantifolia classified as Endangered?
Coccoloba gigantifolia 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 gigantifolia faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its limited range in the Caribbean. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, while coastal development threatens remaining populations in lowland areas. Climate change poses additional risks through altered precipitation patterns and increased storm intensity affecting its specialized habitat requirements.
Where does Coccoloba gigantifolia live?
Coccoloba gigantifolia 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 gigantifolia?
The main threats to Coccoloba gigantifolia 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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