Green-backed Hillstar
Green-backed Hillstar
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The Green-backed Hillstar is a recently recognized species, distinguished from the White-tailed Hillstar by its emerald-green back and specific range. It also features contrasting white outer tail feathers.
Where to spot
Inhabits humid montane forests and cloud forests on the eastern slopes of the Andes in southern Colombia and northern Ecuador.
How to spot
Look for it feeding at flowering shrubs and trees in its specific Andean range. Pay attention to its green back and prominent white tail, noting the contrast to distinguish it from similar species.
When to spot
Year-round, during daylight hours, similar to other hillstar species.
Where to spot
Inhabits humid montane forests and cloud forests on the eastern slopes of the Andes in southern Colombia and northern Ecuador.
How to spot
Look for it feeding at flowering shrubs and trees in its specific Andean range. Pay attention to its green back and prominent white tail, noting the contrast to distinguish it from similar species.
When to spot
Year-round, during daylight hours, similar to other hillstar species.
It was formerly considered a subspecies of the White-tailed Hillstar (Urochroa bougueri) but has been elevated to full species status based on genetic and morphological differences, highlighting ongoing scientific discovery.
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