About the Blue-fronted Lancebill
The Blue-fronted Lancebill (Doryfera johannae) 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 blflan1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Apodiformes |
| Family | Hummingbirds (Trochilidae) |
| Species | Doryfera johannae |
| Species Codes | blflan1, BFLA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Blue-fronted Lancebill belong to?
The Blue-fronted Lancebill (Doryfera johannae) belongs to the Hummingbirds family (Trochilidae), in the order Apodiformes.
How can I identify the Blue-fronted Lancebill?
The Blue-fronted Lancebill 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-fronted Lancebill sighting?
You can log sightings of Blue-fronted Lancebill on eBird (ebird.org) using species code blflan1, or on iNaturalist.