About the Blue-chinned Sapphire
The Blue-chinned Sapphire (Chlorestes notata) 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 bucsap1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Apodiformes |
| Family | Hummingbirds (Trochilidae) |
| Species | Chlorestes notata |
| Species Codes | bucsap1, BCSA, BCEM |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Blue-chinned Sapphire belong to?
The Blue-chinned Sapphire (Chlorestes notata) belongs to the Hummingbirds family (Trochilidae), in the order Apodiformes.
How can I identify the Blue-chinned Sapphire?
The Blue-chinned Sapphire 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 Blue-chinned Sapphire sighting?
You can log sightings of Blue-chinned Sapphire on eBird (ebird.org) using species code bucsap1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Hummingbirds 363 species
More Birds in Order Apodiformes
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Quick Stats
Apodiformes
Order
363
Species in Family
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