About the Purple-throated Woodstar
The Purple-throated Woodstar (Philodice mitchellii) 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 putwoo1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Apodiformes |
| Family | Hummingbirds (Trochilidae) |
| Species | Philodice mitchellii |
| Species Codes | putwoo1, PTWO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Purple-throated Woodstar belong to?
The Purple-throated Woodstar (Philodice mitchellii) belongs to the Hummingbirds family (Trochilidae), in the order Apodiformes.
How can I identify the Purple-throated Woodstar?
The Purple-throated Woodstar 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 Woodstar sighting?
You can log sightings of Purple-throated Woodstar on eBird (ebird.org) using species code putwoo1, or on iNaturalist.