About the Tyrian Metaltail
The Tyrian metaltail is a species of hummingbird in the subfamily Lesbiinae, the brilliants and coquettes. It is found in Bolivia, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Apodiformes |
| Family | Hummingbirds (Trochilidae) |
| Species | Metallura tyrianthina |
| Species Codes | tyrmet1, TYME |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Tyrian Metaltail belong to?
The Tyrian Metaltail (Metallura tyrianthina) belongs to the Hummingbirds family (Trochilidae), in the order Apodiformes.
How can I identify the Tyrian Metaltail?
The Tyrian metaltail is a species of hummingbird in the subfamily Lesbiinae, the brilliants and coquettes. It is found in Bolivia, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela....
Where can I report a Tyrian Metaltail sighting?
You can log sightings of Tyrian Metaltail on eBird (ebird.org) using species code tyrmet1, or on iNaturalist.
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Quick Stats
Apodiformes
Order
363
Species in Family
2,766
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