About the Bee Hummingbird
The Bee Hummingbird (Mellisuga helenae) is a species of bird in the Hummingbirds family (Trochilidae), within the order Apodiformes. This family contains 363 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code beehum1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Apodiformes |
| Family | Hummingbirds (Trochilidae) |
| Species | Mellisuga helenae |
| Species Codes | beehum1, BEEH, BEHU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Bee Hummingbird belong to?
The Bee Hummingbird (Mellisuga helenae) belongs to the Hummingbirds family (Trochilidae), in the order Apodiformes.
How can I identify the Bee Hummingbird?
The Bee Hummingbird is a member of the Hummingbirds family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Bee Hummingbird sighting?
You can log sightings of Bee Hummingbird on eBird (ebird.org) using species code beehum1, or on iNaturalist.