Blue-throated Hillstar (Oreotrochilus cyanolaemus) — Critically Endangered Aves

Blue-throated Hillstar

Oreotrochilus cyanolaemus

Conservation Status

Critically Endangered

Aves · Apodiformes · Trochilidae

About

The blue-throated hillstar is a hummingbird found only in a small portion of the southwestern Andes in Ecuador. It was discovered in 2017.

Fun Fact

The species name "cyanolaemus" is based on the Latinized Greek words for ultramarine blue (kuanos) and throat (laimos).

Quick Facts

Habitat

Found included hilly regions, steep terrain, rocky outcrops, and stream banks.

Diet

To be updated

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

  • Habitat Destruction
  • Pollution
  • Invasive Species
  • Over-Collection
  • Climate Change

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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