Sooty-capped Hermit
Sooty-capped Hermit
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The Broad-tipped Hermit is a relatively large hermit hummingbird known for its distinctive tail feathers, which often appear broader than those of other hermits. It has a restricted range in northern South America.
Where to spot
Found in fragmented populations in northern Venezuela and Colombia, favoring humid evergreen forests, forest edges, and coffee plantations, often at higher elevations.
How to spot
Focus on the tail shape; its broad-tipped appearance can be a good identifier, especially in flight or when perched with its tail cocked. Look for it trap-lining along forest trails or in dense undergrowth. Its size is also noticeable.
When to spot
Active throughout the day, especially in the early morning and late afternoon when visiting flowering plants on its trap-lines.
Where to spot
Found in fragmented populations in northern Venezuela and Colombia, favoring humid evergreen forests, forest edges, and coffee plantations, often at higher elevations.
How to spot
Focus on the tail shape; its broad-tipped appearance can be a good identifier, especially in flight or when perched with its tail cocked. Look for it trap-lining along forest trails or in dense undergrowth. Its size is also noticeable.
When to spot
Active throughout the day, especially in the early morning and late afternoon when visiting flowering plants on its trap-lines.
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The 'broad-tipped' nature of its central tail feathers, particularly the outer rectrices, is a unique and prominent field mark that helps distinguish it from other *Phaethornis* species.
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