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Colibrí zunzuncito

Mellisuga helenae

Near Threatened

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The Bee Hummingbird (Mellisuga helenae) is a species in the genus Mellisuga. It is currently classified as Near Threatened on the IUCN Red List. Typically found in various aerial, terrestrial, and aquatic environments.

Habitat & Distribution

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

Found in Norway. Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.

Conservation Status

NT Near Threatened

Full Taxonomy

Names in Other Languages

Japanese マメハチドリ
Chinese 吸蜜蜂鳥
Spanish Colibrí zunzuncito
French Colibri d'Elena
German Bienenelfe
Portuguese beija-flor-de-helena
Russian Колибри-пчёлка

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Colibrí zunzuncito?
The scientific name of Colibrí zunzuncito is Mellisuga helenae. It belongs to the genus Mellisuga.
What is the conservation status of Colibrí zunzuncito?
Colibrí zunzuncito (Mellisuga helenae) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Colibrí zunzuncito live?
Colibrí zunzuncito is found in Found in Norway. Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.. Countries include Norway.
What family does Colibrí zunzuncito belong to?
Colibrí zunzuncito (Mellisuga helenae) belongs to the genus Mellisuga, which is part of the taxonomic family Trochilidae.
What kingdom does Colibrí zunzuncito belong to?
Colibrí zunzuncito (Mellisuga helenae) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).
What are the closest relatives of Colibrí zunzuncito?
The closest relatives of Colibrí zunzuncito in the genus Mellisuga include Colibrí zumbadorcito.

Native Range — 1 Countries

Genus Mellisuga — 2 Species

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Colibrí zumbadorcito
Mellisuga minima
LC
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Colibrí zunzuncito
Mellisuga helenae
NT

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