description Stripe-throated hermit Overview
The stripe-throated hermit (Phaethornis striigularis) is a small hummingbird in the hermit genus Phaethornis. It ranges from southern Mexico through Central America into northwestern South America, including Colombia and Ecuador. It inhabits the understory of humid forests, forest edges, and shade-grown coffee plantations. The species takes its name from the faint dark streaking on its central throat feathers.
Like other hermits, it has a long, decurved bill suited to feeding on nectar from tubular flowers, and it builds a small cone-shaped nest attached beneath a leaf.
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What does the stripe-throated hermit look like?
It is a small hummingbird belonging to the Phaethornis genus, characterized by a long, curved bill and mostly brownish-green plumage. Its most distinguishing feature is the faint dark streaking found on its throat.
Where does the stripe-throated hermit live?
This bird is native to the tropical regions of Central America, stretching down into northwestern South America. It typically inhabits the understory of humid lowland forests and forest edges.
What do stripe-throated hermits eat?
Like most hummingbirds, the stripe-throated hermit primarily feeds on nectar from a variety of flowering plants. It will also catch small insects and spiders to supplement its diet with necessary protein.
How does the stripe-throated hermit build its nest?
Hermits generally construct small, cone-shaped nests out of plant fibers and spider webs. They uniquely attach these nests to the undersides of large leaves, such as palm fronds, to protect them from rain and predators.
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