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Purple Martin

Progne subis

Least Concern

About

Purple Martin (Progne subis) 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.

Widely distributed across Europe (5 countries), North America (United States), and South America (Colombia, Ecuador, Venezuela).

🇳🇴 Norway 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇫🇷 France 🇬🇧 United Kingdom 🇺🇸 United States 🇨🇴 Colombia 🇪🇨 Ecuador 🇳🇱 Netherlands 🇻🇪 Venezuela

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Passeriformes (burung pengicau)

Species

Progne subis (Purple Martin)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese ムラサキツバメ

Chinese 紫崖燕

Spanish Golondrina azulnegra

French Hirondelle noire

German Purpurschwalbe

Portuguese andorinha-azul / andorinha-roxa

Russian Большая ласточка

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Purple Martin?

The scientific name of Purple Martin is Progne subis. It belongs to the genus Progne.

What is the conservation status of Purple Martin?

Purple Martin (Progne subis) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Purple Martin live?

Purple Martin is found in Widely distributed across Europe (5 countries), North America (United States), and South America (Colombia, Ecuador, Venezuela).. Countries include Belgium, Colombia, Ecuador, France, Netherlands, Norway, United Kingdom, United States, Venezuela.

What family does Purple Martin belong to?

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

Is Purple Martin endangered?

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

What kingdom does Purple Martin belong to?

Purple Martin (Progne subis) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (hewan).

What are the closest relatives of Purple Martin?

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