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Andean Hillstar

Oreotrochilus estella

Least Concern

About

The Andean Hillstar (Oreotrochilus estella) is a species in the genus Oreotrochilus. It is currently classified as Least Concern 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.

Distributed across Ecuador and Norway.

🇳🇴 Norway 🇪🇨 Ecuador

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (สัตว์)

Phylum

Chordata (สัตว์มีแกนสันหลัง)

Class

Aves (นก)

Order

Apodiformes (Apodiformes)

Species

Oreotrochilus estella (Andean Hillstar)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese アンデスヤマハチドリ

Chinese 安地斯山山蜂鳥

Spanish Estrella Andina

French Colibri estelle

German Estella-Andenkolibri

Russian Андская горная звезда

Similar Species in Oreotrochilus

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Black-breasted Hillstar

Oreotrochilus melanogaster

Least Concern

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Blue-throated Hillstar

Oreotrochilus cyanolaemus

Critically Endangered

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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 Andean Hillstar?

The scientific name of Andean Hillstar is Oreotrochilus estella. It belongs to the genus Oreotrochilus.

What is the conservation status of Andean Hillstar?

Andean Hillstar (Oreotrochilus estella) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Andean Hillstar live?

Andean Hillstar is found in Distributed across Ecuador and Norway.. Countries include Ecuador, Norway.

What family does Andean Hillstar belong to?

Andean Hillstar (Oreotrochilus estella) belongs to the genus Oreotrochilus, which is part of the taxonomic family Trochilidae.

Is Andean Hillstar endangered?

No, Andean Hillstar (Oreotrochilus estella) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Andean Hillstar belong to?

Andean Hillstar (Oreotrochilus estella) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (สัตว์).

What are the closest relatives of Andean Hillstar?

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