About the Scaled Metaltail
The scaled metaltail is a species of hummingbird in the "coquettes", tribe Lesbiini of subfamily Lesbiinae. It is found in Bolivia and Peru.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Apodiformes |
| Family | Hummingbirds (Trochilidae) |
| Species | Metallura aeneocauda |
| Species Codes | scamet1, SCME |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Scaled Metaltail belong to?
The Scaled Metaltail (Metallura aeneocauda) belongs to the Hummingbirds family (Trochilidae), in the order Apodiformes.
How can I identify the Scaled Metaltail?
The scaled metaltail is a species of hummingbird in the \"coquettes\", tribe Lesbiini of subfamily Lesbiinae. It is found in Bolivia and Peru....
Where can I report a Scaled Metaltail sighting?
You can log sightings of Scaled Metaltail on eBird (ebird.org) using species code scamet1, or on iNaturalist.
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Quick Stats
Apodiformes
Order
363
Species in Family
49
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