About the Long-tailed Hermit
The Long-tailed Hermit (Phaethornis superciliosus) 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 lother1 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 superciliosus |
| Species Codes | lother1, LTHE |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Long-tailed Hermit belong to?
The Long-tailed Hermit (Phaethornis superciliosus) belongs to the Hummingbirds family (Trochilidae), in the order Apodiformes.
How can I identify the Long-tailed Hermit?
The Long-tailed 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 Long-tailed Hermit sighting?
You can log sightings of Long-tailed Hermit on eBird (ebird.org) using species code lother1, or on iNaturalist.