Rufous-breasted hermit
Glaucis hirsutus
The rufous-breasted hermit or hairy hermit (Glaucis hirsutus) is a hummingbird that breeds from Panama south to Bolivia, and on Trinidad, Tobago and Grenada.
About the Rufous-breasted hermit
The rufous-breasted hermit or hairy hermit (Glaucis hirsutus) 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.
Fun Facts About Rufous-breasted hermit
- The rufous-breasted hermit or hairy hermit (Glaucis hirsutus) 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.
Conservation Status
The Rufous-breasted hermit is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. This species is currently stable and not at significant risk of population decline.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Order | Trochiliformes |
| Family | Trochilidae |
| Genus | Glaucis |
| Species | Glaucis hirsutus |
Range & Habitat
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