About the Reddish Hermit
The reddish hermit is a species of bird in the family Trochilidae, the hummingbirds. It is found in Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, Venezuela, and the Guianas.
Source: Wikipedia
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 species of bird in the family Trochilidae, the hummingbirds. It is found in Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, Venezuela, and the Guianas....
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.
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Quick Stats
Apodiformes
Order
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Species in Family
699
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