About the Blue-headed Hummingbird
The Blue-headed Hummingbird (Riccordia bicolor) 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 blhhum1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Apodiformes |
| Family | Hummingbirds (Trochilidae) |
| Species | Riccordia bicolor |
| Species Codes | blhhum1, BHHU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Blue-headed Hummingbird belong to?
The Blue-headed Hummingbird (Riccordia bicolor) belongs to the Hummingbirds family (Trochilidae), in the order Apodiformes.
How can I identify the Blue-headed Hummingbird?
The Blue-headed Hummingbird 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-headed Hummingbird sighting?
You can log sightings of Blue-headed Hummingbird on eBird (ebird.org) using species code blhhum1, or on iNaturalist.