About the Rufous-breasted Hermit
The rufous-breasted hermit or hairy hermit is a hummingbird that breeds from Panama south to Bolivia, and on Trinidad, Tobago and Grenada. It is a widespread and generally common species, though local populations may change in numbers and disappear altogether in marginal habitat.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Apodiformes |
| Family | Hummingbirds (Trochilidae) |
| Species | Glaucis hirsutus |
| Species Codes | rubher, RBHE |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Rufous-breasted Hermit belong to?
The Rufous-breasted Hermit (Glaucis hirsutus) belongs to the Hummingbirds family (Trochilidae), in the order Apodiformes.
How can I identify the Rufous-breasted Hermit?
The rufous-breasted hermit or hairy hermit is a hummingbird that breeds from Panama south to Bolivia, and on Trinidad, Tobago and Grenada. It is a widespread and generally common species, though local populations may change in numbers and disappear altogether in marginal habitat....
Where can I report a Rufous-breasted Hermit sighting?
You can log sightings of Rufous-breasted Hermit on eBird (ebird.org) using species code rubher, or on iNaturalist.
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