Ecuadorian Hillstar
Oreotrochilus chimborazo
The Ecuadorian Hillstar (Oreotrochilus chimborazo) is a rare hummingbird found in 2 countries, weighing about 8 g. The Ecuadorian hillstar or Chimborazo hillstar is a species of hummingbird.
About the Ecuadorian Hillstar
The Ecuadorian hillstar or Chimborazo hillstar is a species of hummingbird. It is native to the Andes of Ecuador and extreme southern Colombia. Its main habitat type is high-altitude mountain grassland between 3500 and 5200 meters.
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Where it lives
Recorded as a rare visitor in Colombia.
When to see it
The Ecuadorian Hillstar can be seen all year round, with peak activity in November. It is a resident species across most of its range.
Easily confused with
Quick questions
- What does an Ecuadorian Hillstar look like?
- The Ecuadorian hillstar or Chimborazo hillstar is a species of hummingbird.
- How big is an Ecuadorian Hillstar?
- The Ecuadorian Hillstar is a tiny sized bird weighing about 8 g.
- Where can you see an Ecuadorian Hillstar?
- The Ecuadorian Hillstar occurs in 2 countries, including Ecuador.
- What birds look similar to an Ecuadorian Hillstar?
- The Ecuadorian Hillstar is most easily confused with the Andean Hillstar, the White-sided Hillstar and the Black-breasted Hillstar.
- Is the Ecuadorian Hillstar endangered?
- The Ecuadorian Hillstar is listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
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