About the Black-breasted Puffleg
The black-breasted puffleg, known as zamarrito pechinegro in Spanish, is a species of hummingbird native to Ecuador. It is Endangered, with an estimated 100–150 individuals remaining in the wild.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Apodiformes |
| Family | Hummingbirds (Trochilidae) |
| Species | Eriocnemis nigrivestis |
| Species Codes | blbpuf3, BBPU |
| Conservation | EN Endangered |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Black-breasted Puffleg belong to?
The Black-breasted Puffleg (Eriocnemis nigrivestis) belongs to the Hummingbirds family (Trochilidae), in the order Apodiformes.
What is the conservation status of the Black-breasted Puffleg?
The Black-breasted Puffleg is classified as "Endangered" (EN) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Black-breasted Puffleg?
The black-breasted puffleg, known as zamarrito pechinegro in Spanish, is a species of hummingbird native to Ecuador. It is Endangered, with an estimated 100–150 individuals remaining in the wild....
Where can I report a Black-breasted Puffleg sighting?
You can log sightings of Black-breasted Puffleg on eBird (ebird.org) using species code blbpuf3, or on iNaturalist.
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