About the Violet-capped Hummingbird
The violet-capped hummingbird is a Near Threatened species of hummingbird in the "emeralds", tribe Trochilini of subfamily Trochilinae. It is found in Panama and far northwestern Colombia.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Apodiformes |
| Family | Hummingbirds (Trochilidae) |
| Species | Goldmania violiceps |
| Species Codes | vichum1, VCAH, VCHU |
| Conservation | NT Near Threatened |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Violet-capped Hummingbird belong to?
The Violet-capped Hummingbird (Goldmania violiceps) belongs to the Hummingbirds family (Trochilidae), in the order Apodiformes.
What is the conservation status of the Violet-capped Hummingbird?
The Violet-capped Hummingbird is classified as "Near Threatened" (NT) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Violet-capped Hummingbird?
The violet-capped hummingbird is a Near Threatened species of hummingbird in the \"emeralds\", tribe Trochilini of subfamily Trochilinae. It is found in Panama and far northwestern Colombia....
Where can I report a Violet-capped Hummingbird sighting?
You can log sightings of Violet-capped Hummingbird on eBird (ebird.org) using species code vichum1, or on iNaturalist.
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