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Rotstern-Brillantkolibri

Heliodoxa imperatrix

Least Concern

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A large, brilliantly colored hummingbird of humid Andean forests in Colombia and Ecuador, male empress brilliants are among the most striking hummingbirds with iridescent green and violet plumage and glittering scales across their throat and breast. Found at elevations between 1,000–2,100 meters in cloud forest. Named in honor of Empress Eugenie of France, these powerful birds aggressively defend territory around flowering trees. Listed as Least Concern with stable populations in remaining Andean forest.

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

Kingdom

Animalia (Tier)

Phylum

Chordata (Chordatiere)

Class

Aves (Vögel)

Order

Apodiformes (Seglervögel)

Species

Heliodoxa imperatrix (Rotstern-Brillantkolibri)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese エンビテリハチドリ

Chinese 皇輝蜂鳥

Spanish Heliodoxa tijereta

French Brillant impératrice

German Rotstern-Brillantkolibri

Russian Королевский бриллиант

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Braunbauch-Brillantkolibri

Heliodoxa rubinoides

Least Concern

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Brustband-Brillantkolibri

Heliodoxa schreibersii

Least Concern

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Grüner Brillantkolibri

Heliodoxa xanthogonys

Least Concern

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Grünstirn-Brillantkolibri

Heliodoxa jacula

Least Concern

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Rotbrust-Brillantkolibri

Heliodoxa aurescens

Least Concern

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Rotflügel-Brillantkolibri

Heliodoxa branickii

Least Concern

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Rotkehl-Brillantkolibri

Heliodoxa gularis

Vulnerable

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Violettstirn-Brillantkolibri

Heliodoxa leadbeateri

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Rotstern-Brillantkolibri?

The scientific name of Rotstern-Brillantkolibri is Heliodoxa imperatrix. It belongs to the genus Heliodoxa.

What is the conservation status of Rotstern-Brillantkolibri?

Rotstern-Brillantkolibri (Heliodoxa imperatrix) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Rotstern-Brillantkolibri live?

Rotstern-Brillantkolibri is found in Distributed across Colombia, Ecuador, and Norway.. Countries include Colombia, Ecuador, Norway.

What family does Rotstern-Brillantkolibri belong to?

Rotstern-Brillantkolibri (Heliodoxa imperatrix) belongs to the genus Heliodoxa, which is part of the taxonomic family Trochilidae.

Is Rotstern-Brillantkolibri endangered?

No, Rotstern-Brillantkolibri (Heliodoxa imperatrix) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Rotstern-Brillantkolibri belong to?

Rotstern-Brillantkolibri (Heliodoxa imperatrix) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Tier).

What are the closest relatives of Rotstern-Brillantkolibri?

The closest relatives of Rotstern-Brillantkolibri in the genus Heliodoxa include Braunbauch-Brillantkolibri, Brustband-Brillantkolibri, Grüner Brillantkolibri, Grünstirn-Brillantkolibri, Rotbrust-Brillantkolibri.