About the Straight-billed Hermit
The straight-billed hermit is a species of bird in the family Trochilidae, the hummingbirds. It is found in Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, French Guiana, Guyana, Peru, Suriname, and Venezuela.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Apodiformes |
| Family | Hummingbirds (Trochilidae) |
| Species | Phaethornis bourcieri |
| Species Codes | stbher1, SBHE, SBBH |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Straight-billed Hermit belong to?
The Straight-billed Hermit (Phaethornis bourcieri) belongs to the Hummingbirds family (Trochilidae), in the order Apodiformes.
How can I identify the Straight-billed Hermit?
The straight-billed hermit is a species of bird in the family Trochilidae, the hummingbirds. It is found in Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, French Guiana, Guyana, Peru, Suriname, and Venezuela....
Where can I report a Straight-billed Hermit sighting?
You can log sightings of Straight-billed Hermit on eBird (ebird.org) using species code stbher1, or on iNaturalist.
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Quick Stats
Apodiformes
Order
363
Species in Family
61
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