White-whiskered Hermit

Common name: White-whiskered Hermit
Scientific name: Phaethornis yaruqui
Clades: Phaethornithinae - Hermits

The White-whiskered hermit is about 13 cm (5.1 in) long. The males weigh 4 to 7 g (0.14 to 0.25 oz) and the females 4 to 6.5 g (0.14 to 0.23 oz).

The White-whiskered Hermit is the most commonly found Phaethornis hermit in the Pacific lowlands. An extremely long, curved bill distinguishes this large, dark hermit. The overall color is dark green with a buffy eyebrow and white mustache. A white tip is also visible on the tail which is graduated in length. This species is generally found in lowland areas and foothills up to around 1,300 meters. Forests and gardens with feeders are home to this species. Hermits are most often observed zooming around and singing as they travel. Many hermit males attract mates by congregating at leks.

Distribution W Colombia (N Chocó) S to W Ecuador (to El Oro); possibly SW Panama.