About the Fiery Topaz
The fiery topaz is a species of hummingbird in the family Trochilidae. It has brilliant iridescent plumage and resides in northern South America, where it consumes nectar and insects.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Apodiformes |
| Family | Hummingbirds (Trochilidae) |
| Species | Topaza pyra |
| Species Codes | fietop1, FITO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Fiery Topaz belong to?
The Fiery Topaz (Topaza pyra) belongs to the Hummingbirds family (Trochilidae), in the order Apodiformes.
How can I identify the Fiery Topaz?
The fiery topaz is a species of hummingbird in the family Trochilidae. It has brilliant iridescent plumage and resides in northern South America, where it consumes nectar and insects....
Where can I report a Fiery Topaz sighting?
You can log sightings of Fiery Topaz on eBird (ebird.org) using species code fietop1, or on iNaturalist.
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Quick Stats
Apodiformes
Order
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Species in Family
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