Straight-billed Hermit
Phaethornis bourcieri
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<birdfyi-bird slug="phaethornis-bourcieri"></birdfyi-bird>The Straight-billed Hermit (Phaethornis bourcieri) is a bird species in the family Trochilidae (hummingbirds), within the order Caprimulgiformes (nightjars & swifts). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 11 cm and a weight of 4.2 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Tentang
A medium-sized hermit hummingbird (13-15 cm) found in humid lowland forests from Venezuela through Amazonia to Bolivia. Green plumage with a notably straight bill, unusual among hermits. Nectarivore of forest undergrowth. Named after the French naturalist Jules Bourcier.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Rentang Sayap | 11,0 cm | 4.3 in |
| Berat | 4,2 g | 0.15 oz |
Habitat & Range
Rentang Geografis
Widespread in lowland Amazonia from Colombia and Venezuela south through Ecuador, Peru, and Bolivia to Brazil. 0–800 m.
Diet & Feeding
Nectarivore of long-tubed lowland flowers, especially Heliconia. Gleans small insects and spiders from leaf surfaces.
Status Konservasi
Perilaku & Berkembang Biak
Bersarang
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 17-18 days. Fledging: 23 days.
Ukuran Sarang
2
Suara
Kicauan
Crisp, musical chip note with ringing quality; single bright note repeated at measured intervals from prominent perch.
Taksonomi
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordo | Caprimulgiformes (Nightjars & Swifts) |
| Famili | Trochilidae (Hummingbirds) |
| Genus | Phaethornis |
| Spesies | Phaethornis bourcieri |
Distribution
Straight-billed Hermit has been recorded in 4 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Trochilidae family