About the Black-billed Streamertail
The Black-billed Streamertail (Trochilus scitulus) 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 stream3 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Apodiformes |
| Family | Hummingbirds (Trochilidae) |
| Species | Trochilus scitulus |
| Species Codes | stream3, BBST |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Black-billed Streamertail belong to?
The Black-billed Streamertail (Trochilus scitulus) belongs to the Hummingbirds family (Trochilidae), in the order Apodiformes.
How can I identify the Black-billed Streamertail?
The Black-billed Streamertail 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 Black-billed Streamertail sighting?
You can log sightings of Black-billed Streamertail on eBird (ebird.org) using species code stream3, or on iNaturalist.