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Ermite à gorge grise

Phaethornis griseogularis

Least Concern

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A small, inconspicuous hermit hummingbird of dry and humid forests in the Andes from Colombia to Bolivia, gray-chinned hermits have brownish upper parts, grey chin, and pale buff underparts with a white-tipped central tail — a subtle palette compared to many hummingbirds. They inhabit forest understorey and shrubby forest edge at elevations of 300–1,600 meters, following systematic trap-line routes to visit flowering plants. Males gather at leks to attract females through persistent vocalization.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in various aerial, terrestrial, and aquatic environments.

Distributed across Colombia, Ecuador, Norway, and Venezuela.

🇳🇴 Norway 🇨🇴 Colombia 🇪🇨 Ecuador 🇻🇪 Venezuela

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Apodiformes (Apodiformes)

Species

Phaethornis griseogularis (Ermite à gorge grise)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese ハイノドユミハチドリ

Chinese 灰頦隱蜂鳥

Spanish Ermitaño Barbigrís

French Ermite à gorge grise

German Binden-Zwergschattenkolibri

Portuguese rabo-branco-de-garganta-cinza

Russian Серогорлый солнечный колибри

Similar Species in Phaethornis

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Ermite à brins blancs

Phaethornis superciliosus

Least Concern

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Ermite à gorge noire

Phaethornis atrimentalis

Least Concern

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Ermite à gorge rayée

Phaethornis striigularis

Ermite à longue queue

Phaethornis longirostris

Least Concern

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Ermite anthophile

Phaethornis anthophilus

Least Concern

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Ermite à ventre fauve

Phaethornis syrmatophorus

Least Concern

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Ermite balafré

Phaethornis rupurumii

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Ermite à gorge grise?

The scientific name of Ermite à gorge grise is Phaethornis griseogularis. It belongs to the genus Phaethornis.

What is the conservation status of Ermite à gorge grise?

Ermite à gorge grise (Phaethornis griseogularis) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Ermite à gorge grise live?

Ermite à gorge grise is found in Distributed across Colombia, Ecuador, Norway, and Venezuela.. Countries include Colombia, Ecuador, Norway, Venezuela.

What family does Ermite à gorge grise belong to?

Ermite à gorge grise (Phaethornis griseogularis) belongs to the genus Phaethornis, which is part of the taxonomic family Trochilidae.

Is Ermite à gorge grise endangered?

No, Ermite à gorge grise (Phaethornis griseogularis) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Ermite à gorge grise belong to?

Ermite à gorge grise (Phaethornis griseogularis) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (animal).

What are the closest relatives of Ermite à gorge grise?

The closest relatives of Ermite à gorge grise in the genus Phaethornis include Ermite à brins blancs, Ermite à gorge noire, Ermite à gorge rayée, Ermite à long bec, Ermite à longue queue.