Wedge-tailed Hillstar
Oreotrochilus adela
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<birdfyi-bird slug="oreotrochilus-adela"></birdfyi-bird>The Wedge-tailed Hillstar (Oreotrochilus adela) is a bird species in the family Trochilidae (hummingbirds), within the order Caprimulgiformes (nightjars & swifts). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 13.1 cm and a weight of 7.9 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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A medium-sized hummingbird (11-12 cm) endemic to the eastern Bolivian Andes at 2,700-4,200 m. Green plumage with a distinctive wedge-shaped tail. Nectarivore of puna scrub and cloud forest edges. A Bolivian near-endemic with a limited range.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 13.1 cm | 5.2 in |
| Weight | 7.8500000000000005 g | 0.28 oz |
Habitat & Range
Geographic Range
Endemic to Bolivia and adjacent Peru in high Andean puna and scrub at 2,800–4,400 m elevation.
Diet & Feeding
Nectarivore of Andean inter-valley slopes; visits Chuquiraga and scattered shrub flowers. Catches small arthropods.
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP.
Sound
Song
Deep, resonant buzz with powerful carrying; low-frequency churring trill audible at impressive distance across open land.
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Caprimulgiformes (Nightjars & Swifts) |
| Family | Trochilidae (Hummingbirds) |
| Genus | Oreotrochilus |
| Species | Oreotrochilus adela |
Distribution
Wedge-tailed Hillstar has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Trochilidae family