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Galapagos Martin

Progne modesta

Endangered

Habitat & Distribution

Found across multiple habitat types including tropical and subtropical dry broadleaf forests, flooded grasslands and savannas, and montane grasslands and shrublands, among 4 distinct biome types within the Neotropic biogeographic realm.

Distributed across Ecuador and Norway. Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇳🇴 Norway 🇪🇨 Ecuador

Conservation Status

EN Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Passeriformes (جواثم)

Species

Progne modesta (Galapagos Martin)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese ミナミムラサキツバメ

Chinese 加岛崖燕

Spanish Martín de Galápagos, Golondrina de Galápagos

French Hirondelle sombre

German Galapagosschwalbe

Portuguese andorinha-grande

Russian Вилохвостая лесная ласточка

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Galapagos Martin?

The scientific name of Galapagos Martin is Progne modesta. It belongs to the genus Progne.

What is the conservation status of Galapagos Martin?

Galapagos Martin (Progne modesta) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Galapagos Martin live?

Galapagos Martin is found in Distributed across Ecuador and Norway. Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Ecuador, Norway.

What family does Galapagos Martin belong to?

Galapagos Martin (Progne modesta) belongs to the genus Progne, which is part of the taxonomic family Hirundinidae.

Is Galapagos Martin endangered?

Yes, Galapagos Martin (Progne modesta) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Galapagos Martin belong to?

Galapagos Martin (Progne modesta) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (حيوانات).

What are the closest relatives of Galapagos Martin?

The closest relatives of Galapagos Martin in the genus Progne include Brown-chested Martin, Gray-breasted Martin, Purple Martin, Peruvian Martin, Sinaloa Martin.