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UC IUCN · LC · Least Concern Apodiformes Trochilidae

Mexican Hermit

Phaethornis mexicanus

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Illustration · not to scale

Body length
16–17 cm
Body Mass
6 g
Diet
Nectar
Migration
Resident

⚔️ Ecological Combat Rationale

ATK 54

Ecomorphologically adapted beak and agile strike momentum tailored to its foraging competition niche (ATK 54).

DEF 44

Lightweight agility and protective plumage camouflage favoring rapid evasive maneuverability over raw armor (DEF 44).

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How to identify

Detailed field marks are not yet available. Use the linked sources to confirm an identification.

Similar species

Species-specific comparison notes are not yet available. Related birds below are not necessarily lookalikes.

Calls & songs

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🌍 Range & Habitat

Distribution: Middle America: Western & Southwestern Mexico Habitat: Forest & Woodland
2 · Subspecies & regional ranges
  • Phaethornis mexicanus griseoventer

    Nayarit to Colima (w Mexico)

  • Phaethornis mexicanus mexicanus

    Guerrero to w Oaxaca (sw Mexico)

IOC World Bird List 15.2 ↗

Frequently asked questions

What is its scientific name?

Phaethornis mexicanus

Which family does it belong to?

Hummingbirds (Trochilidae)

Where is it found?

Middle America: Western & Southwestern Mexico

Sources & credits

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