description Santa Marta Sabrewing Overview
The Santa Marta sabrewing, Campylopterus phainopeplus, is a hummingbird endemic to the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta in northern Colombia. It inhabits montane vegetation within a geographically isolated mountain system and is known from a restricted range, making habitat condition particularly important to its survival. The species is identified by the robust form typical of sabrewings and, in males, dark plumage with contrasting iridescent coloration.
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Where is the Santa Marta sabrewing found?
The Santa Marta sabrewing, Campylopterus phainopeplus, is endemic to Colombia's Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta. It is restricted to this isolated mountain system in northern Colombia.
Why is the Santa Marta sabrewing geographically important?
Its entire known range is tied to the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta, an isolated mountain massif. A restricted range means changes in montane habitat can affect a large share of the species' population.
What type of habitat does the Santa Marta sabrewing use?
It inhabits montane vegetation in the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta. Its ecology is therefore closely linked to the condition of high-elevation habitats in northern Colombia.
What is the scientific name of the Santa Marta sabrewing?
Its scientific name is Campylopterus phainopeplus. It belongs to the sabrewing group of hummingbirds and is distinct from more widespread Campylopterus species.
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