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Reddish Hermit

Reddish Hermit

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The Reddish Hermit is a small, distinctively rufous-colored hermit hummingbird found across a wide part of the Amazon basin. Its vibrant reddish plumage makes it stand out among many other duller hermits.
Where to spot
Widespread across the Amazon basin in Brazil, Bolivia, Peru, Ecuador, Colombia, and the Guianas, preferring humid lowland rainforest understory and regenerating areas.
How to spot
Its prominent reddish plumage is the key identification feature. Look for it foraging on low flowers or perched quietly in dense vegetation. It often performs trap-lining, repeatedly visiting a circuit of flowers.
When to spot
Active throughout the day, especially in early morning and late afternoon when foraging on its trap-lines.
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Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Phaethornis ruber 229608812.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Phaethornis ruber 310558780.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Reddish hermit (Phaethornis ruber) - BioDivLibrary.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
Despite its striking coloration, the reddish plumage provides surprisingly effective camouflage in the dappled light and reddish soil tones of the forest understory, helping it blend in.
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