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Estrella de Garganta Azul

Oreotrochilus cyanolaemus

Critically Endangered

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The Blue-throated Hillstar (Oreotrochilus cyanolaemus) is a species in the genus Oreotrochilus. 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 flooded grasslands and savannas, among 5 distinct biome types within the Neotropic biogeogra

Habitat & Distribution

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

Found in Ecuador. Currently classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

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Conservation Status

CR Critically Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Apodiformes (Apodiformes)

Species

Oreotrochilus cyanolaemus (Estrella de Garganta Azul)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Estrella de Garganta Azul

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Estrella Andina

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Estrella de Garganta Azul?

The scientific name of Estrella de Garganta Azul is Oreotrochilus cyanolaemus. It belongs to the genus Oreotrochilus.

What is the conservation status of Estrella de Garganta Azul?

Estrella de Garganta Azul (Oreotrochilus cyanolaemus) is classified as Critically Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Estrella de Garganta Azul live?

Estrella de Garganta Azul is found in Found in Ecuador. Currently classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Ecuador.

What family does Estrella de Garganta Azul belong to?

Estrella de Garganta Azul (Oreotrochilus cyanolaemus) belongs to the genus Oreotrochilus, which is part of the taxonomic family Trochilidae.

Is Estrella de Garganta Azul endangered?

Yes, Estrella de Garganta Azul (Oreotrochilus 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 Estrella de Garganta Azul belong to?

Estrella de Garganta Azul (Oreotrochilus cyanolaemus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Estrella de Garganta Azul?

The closest relatives of Estrella de Garganta Azul in the genus Oreotrochilus include Colibrí cordillerano, Colibrí de Cochabamba, Colibrí pechinegro, Estrella Andina, Estrella Ecuatoriana.