About the Bronze-tailed Comet
The Bronze-tailed Comet (Polyonymus caroli) 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 brtcom1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Apodiformes |
| Family | Hummingbirds (Trochilidae) |
| Species | Polyonymus caroli |
| Species Codes | brtcom1, BTCO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Bronze-tailed Comet belong to?
The Bronze-tailed Comet (Polyonymus caroli) belongs to the Hummingbirds family (Trochilidae), in the order Apodiformes.
How can I identify the Bronze-tailed Comet?
The Bronze-tailed Comet 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 Bronze-tailed Comet sighting?
You can log sightings of Bronze-tailed Comet on eBird (ebird.org) using species code brtcom1, or on iNaturalist.