About the Purple-throated Sunangel
The Purple-throated Sunangel (Heliangelus viola) 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 putsun1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Apodiformes |
| Family | Hummingbirds (Trochilidae) |
| Species | Heliangelus viola |
| Species Codes | putsun1, PTSU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Purple-throated Sunangel belong to?
The Purple-throated Sunangel (Heliangelus viola) belongs to the Hummingbirds family (Trochilidae), in the order Apodiformes.
How can I identify the Purple-throated Sunangel?
The Purple-throated Sunangel 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-throated Sunangel sighting?
You can log sightings of Purple-throated Sunangel on eBird (ebird.org) using species code putsun1, or on iNaturalist.
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