About the Black-throated Brilliant
The Black-throated Brilliant (Heliodoxa schreibersii) 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 bltbri1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Apodiformes |
| Family | Hummingbirds (Trochilidae) |
| Species | Heliodoxa schreibersii |
| Species Codes | bltbri1, BTBR, BTBB |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Black-throated Brilliant belong to?
The Black-throated Brilliant (Heliodoxa schreibersii) belongs to the Hummingbirds family (Trochilidae), in the order Apodiformes.
How can I identify the Black-throated Brilliant?
The Black-throated Brilliant 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-throated Brilliant sighting?
You can log sightings of Black-throated Brilliant on eBird (ebird.org) using species code bltbri1, or on iNaturalist.