Adela's Hillstar

Oreotrochilus adela

Adela's Hillstar (Oreotrochilus adela) is a species of hummingbird found in the Andes of South America. This small bird is known for its iridescent green and blue plumage, with a white belly and a distinctive black mask. It is a high-altitude species, typically found in montane forests and shrublands above the tree line. Adela's Hillstar is an important pollinator of high-altitude plants and is known for its hovering flight and rapid wingbeats. Due to habitat loss and potential climate change impacts, the conservation status of this species is currently listed as Vulnerable by the IUCN.

Habitat: Montane forests and shrublands above the tree line