About the Cuban Emerald
The Cuban Emerald (Riccordia ricordii) 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 cubeme1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Apodiformes |
| Family | Hummingbirds (Trochilidae) |
| Species | Riccordia ricordii |
| Species Codes | cubeme1, CUEM |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Cuban Emerald belong to?
The Cuban Emerald (Riccordia ricordii) belongs to the Hummingbirds family (Trochilidae), in the order Apodiformes.
How can I identify the Cuban Emerald?
The Cuban Emerald 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 Cuban Emerald sighting?
You can log sightings of Cuban Emerald on eBird (ebird.org) using species code cubeme1, or on iNaturalist.