Buffy Helmetcrest (Oxypogon stuebelii) — Vulnerable Aves

Buffy Helmetcrest

Oxypogon stuebelii

Conservation Status

Vulnerable

Aves · Apodiformes · Trochilidae

About

The buffy helmetcrest is a Vulnerable species of hummingbird in the "coquettes", tribe Lesbiini of subfamily Lesbiinae. It is endemic to Colombia.

Fun Fact

The buffy helmetcrest was formerly considered to be a subspecies of what was known as the bearded helmetcrest (Oxypogon guerinii).

Quick Facts

Habitat

To be updated

Diet

Feeds on nectar; it especially favors Espeletia schultzii.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

  • Habitat Degradation
  • Overexploitation
  • Invasive Species
  • Climate Change

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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