About the Hooded Visorbearer
The hooded visorbearer is a small species of hummingbird in the family Trochilidae. Endemic to the east Brazilian state of Bahia, it is found only at higher altitudes in the Chapada Diamantina region. The species is sexually dimorphic. It resides in the campo rupestre, an arid, high-elevation area characterized by rocky outcrops, poor soils, open habitats, and harsh climatic conditions. There, it feeds primarily on nectar, though it also takes insects. Its breeding ecology remains largely undescribed, though it is known to build its nest from cactus spines. The International Union for Conservation of Nature rates it as a near-threatened species, primarily because of the relatively small size of its range. It is threatened by habitat loss, brought about primarily by unregulated mining and the conversion of the campo to pastureland and human habitation. Climate change is projected to cause a major contraction of its range – perhaps by as much as 90%.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Apodiformes |
| Family | Hummingbirds (Trochilidae) |
| Species | Augastes lumachella |
| Species Codes | hoovis2, HOVI |
| Conservation | NT Near Threatened |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Hooded Visorbearer belong to?
The Hooded Visorbearer (Augastes lumachella) belongs to the Hummingbirds family (Trochilidae), in the order Apodiformes.
What is the conservation status of the Hooded Visorbearer?
The Hooded Visorbearer is classified as "Near Threatened" (NT) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Hooded Visorbearer?
The hooded visorbearer is a small species of hummingbird in the family Trochilidae. Endemic to the east Brazilian state of Bahia, it is found only at higher altitudes in the Chapada Diamantina region. The species is sexually dimorphic. It resides in the campo rupestre, an arid, high-elevation area ...
Where can I report a Hooded Visorbearer sighting?
You can log sightings of Hooded Visorbearer on eBird (ebird.org) using species code hoovis2, or on iNaturalist.