About the Galapagos Martin
The Galapagos martin is an Endangered species of bird in the family Hirundinidae, the swallows and martins. It is endemic to the Galápagos Islands.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Swallows (Hirundinidae) |
| Species | Progne modesta |
| Species Codes | galmar1, GAMA |
| Conservation | EN Endangered |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Galapagos Martin belong to?
The Galapagos Martin (Progne modesta) belongs to the Swallows family (Hirundinidae), in the order Passeriformes.
What is the conservation status of the Galapagos Martin?
The Galapagos Martin is classified as "Endangered" (EN) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Galapagos Martin?
The Galapagos martin is an Endangered species of bird in the family Hirundinidae, the swallows and martins. It is endemic to the Galápagos Islands....
Where can I report a Galapagos Martin sighting?
You can log sightings of Galapagos Martin on eBird (ebird.org) using species code galmar1, or on iNaturalist.
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Quick Stats
Passeriformes
Order
92
Species in Family
40
iNat Observations
EN
IUCN Status
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