Long-tailed Hermit

Phaethornis superciliosus

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Aves · Apodiformes · Trochilidae

About

The long-tailed hermit is a large hummingbird that is a resident breeder in Venezuela, the Guianas, and north-eastern Brazil. This species was formerly referred to as the eastern long-tailed hermit.

Fun Fact

It is the largest of hermit hummingbirds, with a length of around 15 cm (5.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Forest undergrowth

Diet

Insectivore

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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