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Lesser Swallow-tailed Swift

Panyptila cayennensis

Least Concern

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Lesser Swallow-tailed Swift (Panyptila cayennensis) is classified as Least Concern (LC) on the IUCN Red List. Widespread and abundant across its range, with stable populations and no immediate conservation concerns.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in various aerial, terrestrial, and aquatic environments.

Distributed across Colombia, Ecuador, Norway, and Venezuela.

🇳🇴 Norway 🇨🇴 Colombia 🇪🇨 Ecuador 🇻🇪 Venezuela

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Apodiformes (Apodiformes)

Species

Panyptila cayennensis (Lesser Swallow-tailed Swift)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese ツリスアマツバメ

Chinese 小燕尾雨燕

Spanish Vencejo-tijereta menor

French Martinet de Cayenne

German Kleiner Schwalbensegler

Portuguese andorinhão-estofador

Russian Малый вилохвостый стриж

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Great Swallow-tailed Swift

Panyptila sanctihieronymi

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Lesser Swallow-tailed Swift?

The scientific name of Lesser Swallow-tailed Swift is Panyptila cayennensis. It belongs to the genus Panyptila.

What is the conservation status of Lesser Swallow-tailed Swift?

Lesser Swallow-tailed Swift (Panyptila cayennensis) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Lesser Swallow-tailed Swift live?

Lesser Swallow-tailed Swift is found in Distributed across Colombia, Ecuador, Norway, and Venezuela.. Countries include Colombia, Ecuador, Norway, Venezuela.

What family does Lesser Swallow-tailed Swift belong to?

Lesser Swallow-tailed Swift (Panyptila cayennensis) belongs to the genus Panyptila, which is part of the taxonomic family Apodidae.

Is Lesser Swallow-tailed Swift endangered?

No, Lesser Swallow-tailed Swift (Panyptila cayennensis) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Lesser Swallow-tailed Swift belong to?

Lesser Swallow-tailed Swift (Panyptila cayennensis) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (hewan).

What are the closest relatives of Lesser Swallow-tailed Swift?

The closest relatives of Lesser Swallow-tailed Swift in the genus Panyptila include Great Swallow-tailed Swift.