About the Reddish Hermit
The Reddish Hermit (Phaethornis ruber) is a species of bird in the Hummingbirds family (Trochilidae), within the order Apodiformes. This family contains 363 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code redher1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Apodiformes |
| Family | Hummingbirds (Trochilidae) |
| Species | Phaethornis ruber |
| Species Codes | redher1, REHE |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Reddish Hermit belong to?
The Reddish Hermit (Phaethornis ruber) belongs to the Hummingbirds family (Trochilidae), in the order Apodiformes.
How can I identify the Reddish Hermit?
The Reddish Hermit is a member of the Hummingbirds family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Reddish Hermit sighting?
You can log sightings of Reddish Hermit on eBird (ebird.org) using species code redher1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Hummingbirds 363 species
More Birds in Order Apodiformes
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Quick Stats
Apodiformes
Order
363
Species in Family
723
iNat Observations
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