About the Minute Hermit
The minute hermit is a tiny species of hummingbird in the family Trochilidae. It is endemic to Brazil.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Apodiformes |
| Family | Hummingbirds (Trochilidae) |
| Species | Phaethornis idaliae |
| Species Codes | minher1, MIHE |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Minute Hermit belong to?
The Minute Hermit (Phaethornis idaliae) belongs to the Hummingbirds family (Trochilidae), in the order Apodiformes.
How can I identify the Minute Hermit?
The minute hermit is a tiny species of hummingbird in the family Trochilidae. It is endemic to Brazil....
Where can I report a Minute Hermit sighting?
You can log sightings of Minute Hermit on eBird (ebird.org) using species code minher1, or on iNaturalist.
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Quick Stats
Apodiformes
Order
363
Species in Family
128
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