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Protium catuaba

Declining

Overview

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

Protium catuaba faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat fragmentation across its limited range in the Atlantic Forest of Brazil. The species is particularly vulnerable due to its restricted distribution and the ongoing conversion of its forest habitat for agriculture, urban development, and logging activities. Climate change poses an additional threat by altering precipitation patterns and temperature regimes that this endemic tree species depends upon for survival.

Threat summary

Habitat

Protium catuaba is endemic to the Atlantic Forest (Mata Atlântica) of Brazil, where it occurs in humid tropical forests at elevations typically between 200-800 meters. The species thrives in well-drained soils within primary and secondary forest formations, often found in association with other endemic Atlantic Forest tree species.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Protium catuaba classified as Endangered?
Protium catuaba 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. Protium catuaba faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat fragmentation across its limited range in the Atlantic Forest of Brazil. The species is particularly vulnerable due to its restricted distribution and the ongoing conversion of its forest habitat for agriculture, urban development, and logging activities. Climate change poses an additional threat by altering precipitation patterns and temperature regimes that this endemic tree species depends upon for survival.
Where does Protium catuaba live?
Protium catuaba 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 Protium catuaba?
The main threats to Protium catuaba 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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