About the White-tufted Sunbeam
The white-tufted sunbeam is a species of hummingbird in the family Trochilidae. It is found only in Peru. Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical moist montane forest and subtropical or tropical high-altitude shrubland.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Apodiformes |
| Family | Hummingbirds (Trochilidae) |
| Species | Aglaeactis castelnaudii |
| Species Codes | whtsun1, WTSU |
| Conservation | NT Near Threatened |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the White-tufted Sunbeam belong to?
The White-tufted Sunbeam (Aglaeactis castelnaudii) belongs to the Hummingbirds family (Trochilidae), in the order Apodiformes.
What is the conservation status of the White-tufted Sunbeam?
The White-tufted Sunbeam is classified as "Near Threatened" (NT) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the White-tufted Sunbeam?
The white-tufted sunbeam is a species of hummingbird in the family Trochilidae. It is found only in Peru. Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical moist montane forest and subtropical or tropical high-altitude shrubland....
Where can I report a White-tufted Sunbeam sighting?
You can log sightings of White-tufted Sunbeam on eBird (ebird.org) using species code whtsun1, or on iNaturalist.
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