About the Wine-throated Hummingbird
The Wine-throated Hummingbird (Selasphorus ellioti) is a species of bird in the Hummingbirds family (Trochilidae), within the order Apodiformes. This family contains 363 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code withum1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Apodiformes |
| Family | Hummingbirds (Trochilidae) |
| Species | Selasphorus ellioti |
| Species Codes | withum1, WTHH, WTHU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Wine-throated Hummingbird belong to?
The Wine-throated Hummingbird (Selasphorus ellioti) belongs to the Hummingbirds family (Trochilidae), in the order Apodiformes.
How can I identify the Wine-throated Hummingbird?
The Wine-throated Hummingbird is a member of the Hummingbirds family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Wine-throated Hummingbird sighting?
You can log sightings of Wine-throated Hummingbird on eBird (ebird.org) using species code withum1, or on iNaturalist.