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The dusky starfrontlet is an endangered hummingbird endemic to Colombia and classified in the genus Coeligena. First collected in 1951, it went unrecorded for decades before being rediscovered in 2004. It is associated with humid high elevation Andean habitat, and its restricted range and continuing habitat loss make the species a focus of bird conservation and biodiversity research.
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Where does the dusky starfrontlet live?
The dusky starfrontlet is endemic to Colombia and associated with humid, high-elevation Andean habitat. Its known range is restricted to small areas of the Western Andes.
Why is the dusky starfrontlet considered a rediscovered bird?
It was first collected in 1951 and then went unrecorded for decades. Researchers rediscovered it in Colombia in 2004.
What is the scientific name of the dusky starfrontlet?
The species is Coeligena orina, in the hummingbird genus Coeligena. It is commonly called the dusky starfrontlet.
Why is the dusky starfrontlet endangered?
Its restricted range and dependence on high-elevation Andean habitat make it vulnerable to habitat loss. The species is classified as endangered, so protecting its remaining Colombian habitat is important.
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