About the Violet-capped Woodnymph
The violet-capped woodnymph is a species of hummingbird in the "emeralds", tribe Trochilini of subfamily Trochilinae. It is found in Argentina, Brazil, Paraguay, and Uruguay.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Apodiformes |
| Family | Hummingbirds (Trochilidae) |
| Species | Thalurania glaucopis |
| Species Codes | vicwoo2, VCWO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Violet-capped Woodnymph belong to?
The Violet-capped Woodnymph (Thalurania glaucopis) belongs to the Hummingbirds family (Trochilidae), in the order Apodiformes.
How can I identify the Violet-capped Woodnymph?
The violet-capped woodnymph is a species of hummingbird in the \"emeralds\", tribe Trochilini of subfamily Trochilinae. It is found in Argentina, Brazil, Paraguay, and Uruguay....
Where can I report a Violet-capped Woodnymph sighting?
You can log sightings of Violet-capped Woodnymph on eBird (ebird.org) using species code vicwoo2, or on iNaturalist.
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Apodiformes
Order
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Species in Family
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