About the Purple-crowned Plovercrest
The Purple-crowned Plovercrest (Stephanoxis loddigesii) 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 plover4 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Apodiformes |
| Family | Hummingbirds (Trochilidae) |
| Species | Stephanoxis loddigesii |
| Species Codes | plover4, PCPL |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Purple-crowned Plovercrest belong to?
The Purple-crowned Plovercrest (Stephanoxis loddigesii) belongs to the Hummingbirds family (Trochilidae), in the order Apodiformes.
How can I identify the Purple-crowned Plovercrest?
The Purple-crowned Plovercrest 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 Purple-crowned Plovercrest sighting?
You can log sightings of Purple-crowned Plovercrest on eBird (ebird.org) using species code plover4, or on iNaturalist.