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White-bellied Woodstar

Chaetocercus mulsant

Least Concern

About

A tiny woodstar hummingbird inhabiting the Andes and inter-Andean valleys from Colombia to Bolivia, white-bellied woodstars are among the smallest hummingbirds with males weighing just 2.5 g. Males display a vivid amethyst-purple gorget and white belly with green flanks. Found at forest edges and gardens from 1,500–3,500 meters elevation. Despite their diminutive size, they are aggressive and highly maneuverable, entering torpor at night to conserve energy in cold Andean conditions.

Habitat & Distribution

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

Distributed across Colombia, Ecuador, and Norway.

🇳🇴 Norway 🇨🇴 Colombia 🇪🇨 Ecuador

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Apodiformes (سماميات)

Species

Chaetocercus mulsant (White-bellied Woodstar)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese シロハラチビハチドリ

Chinese 白腹林星蜂鳥

Spanish zumbador ventriblanco

French Colibri de Mulsant

German Weißbauchelfe

Russian Острохвостая лесная звезда

Similar Species in Chaetocercus

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Gorgeted Woodstar

Chaetocercus heliodor

Rufous-shafted Woodstar

Chaetocercus jourdanii

Least Concern

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Santa Marta Woodstar

Chaetocercus astreans

Least Concern

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Esmeraldas Woodstar

Chaetocercus berlepschi

Vulnerable

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of White-bellied Woodstar?

The scientific name of White-bellied Woodstar is Chaetocercus mulsant. It belongs to the genus Chaetocercus.

What is the conservation status of White-bellied Woodstar?

White-bellied Woodstar (Chaetocercus mulsant) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does White-bellied Woodstar live?

White-bellied Woodstar is found in Distributed across Colombia, Ecuador, and Norway.. Countries include Colombia, Ecuador, Norway.

What family does White-bellied Woodstar belong to?

White-bellied Woodstar (Chaetocercus mulsant) belongs to the genus Chaetocercus, which is part of the taxonomic family Trochilidae.

Is White-bellied Woodstar endangered?

No, White-bellied Woodstar (Chaetocercus mulsant) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does White-bellied Woodstar belong to?

White-bellied Woodstar (Chaetocercus mulsant) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (حيوانات).

What are the closest relatives of White-bellied Woodstar?

The closest relatives of White-bellied Woodstar in the genus Chaetocercus include Gorgeted Woodstar, Little Woodstar, Rufous-shafted Woodstar, Santa Marta Woodstar, Esmeraldas Woodstar.