Cinnamon-throated Hermit
NameCinnamon-throated Hermit
Common NameCinnamon-throated Hermit
Scientific NamePhaethornis nattereri
FamilyTrochilidae
Wingspan (cm)10
Length (cm)10.5
Weight (g)3.5
Plumage DetailsUpperparts are dull bronzy-green. The throat and underparts are largely cinnamon-rufous, with a prominent dark mask extending through the eye, bordered above by a pale buffy supercilium and below by a pale malar stripe. The tail is graduated with elongated central rectrices tipped in white.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations consist of high-pitched, thin, and squeaky notes, often given in a rapid series, described as 'tsip' or 'tseet' sounds.
Primary Dietnectarivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound in South America, specifically in parts of Bolivia, Brazil (western Amazon basin), and Peru.
Identifying FeaturesLong, strongly decurved bill, Cinnamon-rufous throat and underparts, Dark facial mask with pale supercilium and malar stripe, Elongated central tail feathers with white tips
Description
This small hummingbird is characterized by its long, strongly decurved bill and distinctive cinnamon-rufous throat and underparts. It typically forages for nectar in the understory of humid lowland forests, often hovering or gleaning from flowers.
