About the Chestnut-bellied Hummingbird
The Chestnut-bellied Hummingbird (Saucerottia castaneiventris) 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 chbhum1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Apodiformes |
| Family | Hummingbirds (Trochilidae) |
| Species | Saucerottia castaneiventris |
| Species Codes | chbhum1, CBHU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Chestnut-bellied Hummingbird belong to?
The Chestnut-bellied Hummingbird (Saucerottia castaneiventris) belongs to the Hummingbirds family (Trochilidae), in the order Apodiformes.
How can I identify the Chestnut-bellied Hummingbird?
The Chestnut-bellied 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 Chestnut-bellied Hummingbird sighting?
You can log sightings of Chestnut-bellied Hummingbird on eBird (ebird.org) using species code chbhum1, or on iNaturalist.