VU

Pseudalbizzia berteroana

Unknown

Overview

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

Pseudalbizzia berteroana faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and urban development across its Caribbean range, particularly in Puerto Rico and the Dominican Republic. Deforestation for cattle ranching and sugarcane cultivation has fragmented remaining populations, while coastal development threatens lowland habitats. The species' limited dispersal ability and small population sizes make recovery challenging even in protected areas.

Threat summary

Habitat

This leguminous tree inhabits dry coastal forests, limestone hills, and semi-deciduous woodlands from sea level to 300 meters elevation. It typically grows in well-drained soils on slopes and ridges in areas receiving 800-1200mm annual rainfall.

Forest· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Pseudalbizzia berteroana classified as Vulnerable?
Pseudalbizzia berteroana is classified as Vulnerable because the population is declining and the species faces a high risk of extinction in the medium-term future if current pressures continue. Pseudalbizzia berteroana faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and urban development across its Caribbean range, particularly in Puerto Rico and the Dominican Republic. Deforestation for cattle ranching and sugarcane cultivation has fragmented remaining populations, while coastal development threatens lowland habitats. The species' limited dispersal ability and small population sizes make recovery challenging even in protected areas.
Where does Pseudalbizzia berteroana live?
Pseudalbizzia berteroana occurs in Cuba, Haiti, and Jamaica. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Pseudalbizzia berteroana?
The main threats to Pseudalbizzia berteroana 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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