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C IUCN · LC · Least Concern Apodiformes Trochilidae

Sooty-capped Hermit

Phaethornis augusti

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Illustration · not to scale

Body length
14–15 cm
Body Mass
6 g
Diet
Nectar
Migration
Resident

⚔️ Ecological Combat Rationale

ATK 44

Ecomorphologically adapted beak and agile strike momentum tailored to its foraging competition niche (ATK 44).

DEF 36

Lightweight agility and protective plumage camouflage favoring rapid evasive maneuverability over raw armor (DEF 36).

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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: South America: Northern Habitat: Forest & Woodland
3 · Subspecies & regional ranges
  • Phaethornis augusti curiosus

    Santa Marta Mts. (ne Colombia)

  • Phaethornis augusti augusti

    e Colombia and n Venezuela

  • Phaethornis augusti incanescens

    s Venezuela, w Guyana and n Brazil

IOC World Bird List 15.2 ↗

Frequently asked questions

What is its scientific name?

Phaethornis augusti

Which family does it belong to?

Hummingbirds (Trochilidae)

Where is it found?

South America: Northern

Sources & credits

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