About the Blue-tailed Emerald
The Blue-tailed Emerald (Chlorostilbon mellisugus) 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 blteme1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Apodiformes |
| Family | Hummingbirds (Trochilidae) |
| Species | Chlorostilbon mellisugus |
| Species Codes | blteme1, BTEM |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Blue-tailed Emerald belong to?
The Blue-tailed Emerald (Chlorostilbon mellisugus) belongs to the Hummingbirds family (Trochilidae), in the order Apodiformes.
How can I identify the Blue-tailed Emerald?
The Blue-tailed Emerald 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-tailed Emerald sighting?
You can log sightings of Blue-tailed Emerald on eBird (ebird.org) using species code blteme1, or on iNaturalist.