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Hirondelle sombre

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 (passereaux)

Species

Progne modesta (Hirondelle sombre)

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 Hirondelle sombre?

The scientific name of Hirondelle sombre is Progne modesta. It belongs to the genus Progne.

What is the conservation status of Hirondelle sombre?

Hirondelle sombre (Progne modesta) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Hirondelle sombre live?

Hirondelle sombre 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 Hirondelle sombre belong to?

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

Is Hirondelle sombre endangered?

Yes, Hirondelle sombre (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 Hirondelle sombre belong to?

Hirondelle sombre (Progne modesta) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (animal).

What are the closest relatives of Hirondelle sombre?

The closest relatives of Hirondelle sombre in the genus Progne include Hirondelle à ventre blanc, Hirondelle chalybée, Hirondelle de Cuba, Hirondelle de Murphy, Hirondelle du Sinaloa.