Dusky Starfrontlet
Coeligena orina
Conservation Status
EndangeredAves · Apodiformes · Trochilidae
About
The dusky starfrontlet, also known as glittering starfrontlet, is an Endangered species of hummingbird in the "brilliants", tribe Heliantheini in subfamily Lesbiinae. It is endemic to a few small areas in western Colombia.
Fun Fact
Most observations have been between about 3,100 and 3,500 m (10,200 and 11,500 ft) of elevation, but there is one record from 2,500 m (8,200 ft).
Quick Facts
Habitat
From tall humid forest, elfin forest, and the ecotone between forest and páramo
Diet
To be updated
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Loss
- Poaching and Hunting
- Human-Wildlife Conflict
- Disease
External Data Sources
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