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Blue-throated Hillstar

Oreotrochilus cyanolaemus

Critically Endangered

About

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.

🇪🇨 Ecuador

Conservation Status

CR Critically Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Apodiformes (Apodiformes)

Species

Oreotrochilus cyanolaemus (Blue-throated Hillstar)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Estrella de Garganta Azul

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Andean Hillstar

Oreotrochilus estella

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Black-breasted Hillstar

Oreotrochilus melanogaster

Least Concern

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Wedge-tailed Hillstar

Oreotrochilus leucopleurus

Least Concern

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Ecuadorian Hillstar

Oreotrochilus chimborazo

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Blue-throated Hillstar?

The scientific name of Blue-throated Hillstar is Oreotrochilus cyanolaemus. It belongs to the genus Oreotrochilus.

What is the conservation status of Blue-throated Hillstar?

Blue-throated Hillstar (Oreotrochilus cyanolaemus) is classified as Critically Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Blue-throated Hillstar live?

Blue-throated Hillstar 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 Blue-throated Hillstar belong to?

Blue-throated Hillstar (Oreotrochilus cyanolaemus) belongs to the genus Oreotrochilus, which is part of the taxonomic family Trochilidae.

Is Blue-throated Hillstar endangered?

Yes, Blue-throated Hillstar (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 Blue-throated Hillstar belong to?

Blue-throated Hillstar (Oreotrochilus cyanolaemus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Blue-throated Hillstar?

The closest relatives of Blue-throated Hillstar in the genus Oreotrochilus include Andean Hillstar, Black-breasted Hillstar, Wedge-tailed Hillstar, White-sided Hillstar, Ecuadorian Hillstar.