About the Purple-backed Sunbeam
The purple-backed sunbeam is a bird species in the family Trochilidae. It is found only in Peru.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Apodiformes |
| Family | Hummingbirds (Trochilidae) |
| Species | Aglaeactis aliciae |
| Species Codes | pubsun1, PBSU |
| Conservation | VU Vulnerable |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Purple-backed Sunbeam belong to?
The Purple-backed Sunbeam (Aglaeactis aliciae) belongs to the Hummingbirds family (Trochilidae), in the order Apodiformes.
What is the conservation status of the Purple-backed Sunbeam?
The Purple-backed Sunbeam is classified as "Vulnerable" (VU) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Purple-backed Sunbeam?
The purple-backed sunbeam is a bird species in the family Trochilidae. It is found only in Peru....
Where can I report a Purple-backed Sunbeam sighting?
You can log sightings of Purple-backed Sunbeam on eBird (ebird.org) using species code pubsun1, or on iNaturalist.
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More Birds in Order Apodiformes
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Quick Stats
Apodiformes
Order
363
Species in Family
6
iNat Observations
VU
IUCN Status
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