About the Colorful Puffleg
The Colorful Puffleg (Eriocnemis mirabilis) 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 colpuf2 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Apodiformes |
| Family | Hummingbirds (Trochilidae) |
| Species | Eriocnemis mirabilis |
| Species Codes | colpuf2, COPU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Colorful Puffleg belong to?
The Colorful Puffleg (Eriocnemis mirabilis) belongs to the Hummingbirds family (Trochilidae), in the order Apodiformes.
How can I identify the Colorful Puffleg?
The Colorful Puffleg 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 Colorful Puffleg sighting?
You can log sightings of Colorful Puffleg on eBird (ebird.org) using species code colpuf2, or on iNaturalist.