About the Violet-headed Hummingbird
The violet-headed hummingbird is a species of hummingbird in the family Trochilidae. It is the only species in the genus Klais.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Apodiformes |
| Family | Hummingbirds (Trochilidae) |
| Species | Klais guimeti |
| Species Codes | vihhum1, VHHU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Violet-headed Hummingbird belong to?
The Violet-headed Hummingbird (Klais guimeti) belongs to the Hummingbirds family (Trochilidae), in the order Apodiformes.
How can I identify the Violet-headed Hummingbird?
The violet-headed hummingbird is a species of hummingbird in the family Trochilidae. It is the only species in the genus Klais....
Where can I report a Violet-headed Hummingbird sighting?
You can log sightings of Violet-headed Hummingbird on eBird (ebird.org) using species code vihhum1, or on iNaturalist.
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Quick Stats
Apodiformes
Order
363
Species in Family
1,267
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