About the Violet Woodhoopoe
The Violet Woodhoopoe (Phoeniculus damarensis) is a species of bird in the Woodhoopoes and Scimitarbills family (Phoeniculidae), within the order Bucerotiformes. This family contains 8 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code viowoo1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Bucerotiformes |
| Family | Woodhoopoes and Scimitarbills (Phoeniculidae) |
| Species | Phoeniculus damarensis |
| Species Codes | viowoo1, VIWH, VWHO, VIWO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Violet Woodhoopoe belong to?
The Violet Woodhoopoe (Phoeniculus damarensis) belongs to the Woodhoopoes and Scimitarbills family (Phoeniculidae), in the order Bucerotiformes.
How can I identify the Violet Woodhoopoe?
The Violet Woodhoopoe is a member of the Woodhoopoes and Scimitarbills family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Violet Woodhoopoe sighting?
You can log sightings of Violet Woodhoopoe on eBird (ebird.org) using species code viowoo1, or on iNaturalist.