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Purple Gallinule

Porphyrio martinica

Least Concern

About

Purple Gallinule (Porphyrio martinica) 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

Gruiformes (Gruiformes)

Species

Porphyrio martinica (Purple Gallinule)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese アメリカムラサキバン

Chinese 紫青水雞

Spanish gallareta morada

French Talève violacée

German Zwergsultanshuhn

Portuguese frango-d'água-azul

Russian Малая султанка

Similar Species in Porphyrio

Porphyrio flavirostris

Least Concern

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Australasian Swamphen

Porphyrio pulverulentus

Not Evaluated

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South Island Takahe

Porphyrio hochstetteri

Endangered

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Purple Gallinule?

The scientific name of Purple Gallinule is Porphyrio martinica. It belongs to the genus Porphyrio.

What is the conservation status of Purple Gallinule?

Purple Gallinule (Porphyrio martinica) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Purple Gallinule live?

Purple Gallinule is found in Distributed across Colombia, Ecuador, Norway, and Venezuela.. Countries include Colombia, Ecuador, Norway, Venezuela.

What family does Purple Gallinule belong to?

Purple Gallinule (Porphyrio martinica) belongs to the genus Porphyrio, which is part of the taxonomic family Rallidae.

Is Purple Gallinule endangered?

No, Purple Gallinule (Porphyrio martinica) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Purple Gallinule belong to?

Purple Gallinule (Porphyrio martinica) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (hewan).

What are the closest relatives of Purple Gallinule?

The closest relatives of Purple Gallinule in the genus Porphyrio include Allen's Gallinule, Azure Gallinule, Australasian Swamphen, Western Swamphen, Lord Howe Swamphen.