About the Sparkling Violetear
The sparkling violetear is a species of hummingbird widespread in highlands of northern and western South America, including a large part of the Andes, the Venezuelan Coastal Range, and the Tepuis. It occurs in a wide range of semi-open habitats, even in gardens and parks within major cities such as Quito, and is often the most common species of hummingbird in its range. It is highly vocal and territorial.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Apodiformes |
| Family | Hummingbirds (Trochilidae) |
| Species | Colibri coruscans |
| Species Codes | spvear1, SPVI |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Sparkling Violetear belong to?
The Sparkling Violetear (Colibri coruscans) belongs to the Hummingbirds family (Trochilidae), in the order Apodiformes.
How can I identify the Sparkling Violetear?
The sparkling violetear is a species of hummingbird widespread in highlands of northern and western South America, including a large part of the Andes, the Venezuelan Coastal Range, and the Tepuis. It occurs in a wide range of semi-open habitats, even in gardens and parks within major cities such as...
Where can I report a Sparkling Violetear sighting?
You can log sightings of Sparkling Violetear on eBird (ebird.org) using species code spvear1, or on iNaturalist.
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