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加岛崖燕 (Galapagos Martin)

Progne modesta

Endangered
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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.

Conservation Status

EN Endangered

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 加岛崖燕?
The scientific name of 加岛崖燕 is Progne modesta. It belongs to the genus Progne.
What is the conservation status of 加岛崖燕?
加岛崖燕 (Progne modesta) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.
Where does 加岛崖燕 live?
加岛崖燕 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 加岛崖燕 belong to?
加岛崖燕 (Progne modesta) belongs to the genus Progne, which is part of the taxonomic family Hirundinidae.
Is 加岛崖燕 endangered?
Yes, 加岛崖燕 (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 加岛崖燕 belong to?
加岛崖燕 (Progne modesta) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (动物界).
What are the closest relatives of 加岛崖燕?
The closest relatives of 加岛崖燕 in the genus Progne include 加勒比崖燕, 南方崖燕, 古巴崖燕, 墨西哥崖燕, 棕胸崖燕.

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