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Blaubart-Helmkolibri

Oxypogon cyanolaemus

Critically Endangered

About

The Blue-bearded Helmetcrest (Oxypogon cyanolaemus) is a species in the genus Oxypogon. It is currently classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List. Found across multiple habitat types including tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests, tropical and subtropical dry broadleaf forests, and tropical and subtropical grasslands and savannas, among 5 distinct biome types spanning the

Habitat & Distribution

Found across multiple habitat types including tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests, tropical and subtropical dry broadleaf forests, and tropical and subtropical grasslands and savannas, among 5 distinct biome types spanning the Neotropic and Oceanian realms. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

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

Conservation Status

CR Critically Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Names in Other Languages

Chinese 藍髯蜂鳥
Spanish Colibrí chivito de Santa Marta
French Colibri à barbe bleue
German Blaubart-Helmkolibri

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Blaubart-Helmkolibri?
The scientific name of Blaubart-Helmkolibri is Oxypogon cyanolaemus. It belongs to the genus Oxypogon.
What is the conservation status of Blaubart-Helmkolibri?
Blaubart-Helmkolibri (Oxypogon cyanolaemus) is classified as Critically Endangered by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Blaubart-Helmkolibri live?
Blaubart-Helmkolibri is found in Distributed across Colombia and Norway. Currently classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Colombia, Norway.
What family does Blaubart-Helmkolibri belong to?
Blaubart-Helmkolibri (Oxypogon cyanolaemus) belongs to the genus Oxypogon, which is part of the taxonomic family Trochilidae.
Is Blaubart-Helmkolibri endangered?
Yes, Blaubart-Helmkolibri (Oxypogon cyanolaemus) is classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.
What kingdom does Blaubart-Helmkolibri belong to?
Blaubart-Helmkolibri (Oxypogon cyanolaemus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Tier).
What are the closest relatives of Blaubart-Helmkolibri?
The closest relatives of Blaubart-Helmkolibri in the genus Oxypogon include Grünbart-Helmkolibri, Violettkehl-Helmkolibri, Weißbart-Helmkolibri, Buffy Helmetcrest.

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