About the Giant Hummingbird
The Giant Hummingbird (Patagona gigas) 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 giahum1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Apodiformes |
| Family | Hummingbirds (Trochilidae) |
| Species | Patagona gigas |
| Species Codes | giahum1, GIHU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Giant Hummingbird belong to?
The Giant Hummingbird (Patagona gigas) belongs to the Hummingbirds family (Trochilidae), in the order Apodiformes.
How can I identify the Giant Hummingbird?
The Giant 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 Giant Hummingbird sighting?
You can log sightings of Giant Hummingbird on eBird (ebird.org) using species code giahum1, or on iNaturalist.