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Perija Metaltail

Metallura iracunda

Endangered

Habitat & Distribution

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

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

🇳🇴 Norway 🇨🇴 Colombia 🇻🇪 Venezuela

Conservation Status

EN Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Apodiformes (Apodiformes)

Species

Metallura iracunda (Perija Metaltail)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese アカオハチドリ

Chinese 佩里辉尾蜂鸟

Spanish Metaluta de Perijá

French Métallure dorée

German Rotschwanz-Glanzschwänzchen

Russian Золотая металлура

Similar Species in Metallura

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Tyrian Metaltail

Metallura tyrianthina

Violet-throated Metaltail

Fire-throated Metaltail

Metallura eupogon

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Perija Metaltail?

The scientific name of Perija Metaltail is Metallura iracunda. It belongs to the genus Metallura.

What is the conservation status of Perija Metaltail?

Perija Metaltail (Metallura iracunda) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Perija Metaltail live?

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

What family does Perija Metaltail belong to?

Perija Metaltail (Metallura iracunda) belongs to the genus Metallura, which is part of the taxonomic family Trochilidae.

Is Perija Metaltail endangered?

Yes, Perija Metaltail (Metallura iracunda) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Perija Metaltail belong to?

Perija Metaltail (Metallura iracunda) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Perija Metaltail?

The closest relatives of Perija Metaltail in the genus Metallura include Tyrian Metaltail, Viridian Metaltail, Neblina Metaltail, Scaled Metaltail, Black Metaltail.