Green-headed Hillstar
Oreotrochilus stolzmanni
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- KingdomAnimalia (Animals)
- PhylumChordata (Chordates)
- ClassAves (Birds)
- OrderApodiformes (Swifts and Hummingbirds)
- FamilyTrochilidae (Hummingbirds)
- GenusOreotrochilus (Typical Hillstars)
- SpeciesOreotrochilus stolzmanni (Green-headed Hillstar)
About the Green-headed Hillstar
The green-headed hillstar (Oreotrochilus stolzmanni) is a species of hummingbird found in the Andes of southern Ecuador and northern and central Peru. It is one of 7 species in the genus Oreotrochilus, and can be distinguished from its relatives by subtle differences in plumage coloration. The green-headed hillstar received its name due to its bronze and green crown and gorget of bright emerald green plumage. The species was first discovered by English ornithologist Osbert Salvin in 1895 and named after Polish ornithologist Jean Stanislaus Stolzmann.
Hillstars of this genus are distinct among the hummingbird family Trochilidae because of their preference for high-elevation environments, and the development of many behavioral and physiological adaptations in order to survive the cold climate of the high Andes.
The green-headed hillstar is a species of South American hummingbird ranging in length from 12 to 13 cm and weighing between 7.9 and 8.4 g. The green-headed hillstar is a sexually dimorphic species. The males are more brightly colored than females. Males have a bronzed-green posterior, including the forehead, crown, back, sides and rump. Their wings are a dark... Wikipedia →
Recent sightings of Green-headed Hillstar in Huascarán National Park
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Global Distribution
Warmer areas are where this animal is recorded most often.
Parks Where Found
| # | Park | Country | Daily sighting probability |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Huascarán National Park | 🇵🇪 Peru |
More parks will be added in future updates.
Quick answers
What are the chances of seeing a Green-headed Hillstar in Huascarán National Park?
About 20% of wildlife watchers report a Green-headed Hillstar sighting in Huascarán National Park, based on 104 verified sightings from GBIF citizen-science data.
When is the best time to see Green-headed Hillstar in Huascarán National Park?
May has the highest sighting rate for Green-headed Hillstar in Huascarán National Park in our monthly data.