About the Bronze-tailed Thornbill
The Bronze-tailed Thornbill (Chalcostigma heteropogon) 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 brttho1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Apodiformes |
| Family | Hummingbirds (Trochilidae) |
| Species | Chalcostigma heteropogon |
| Species Codes | brttho1, BTTH |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Bronze-tailed Thornbill belong to?
The Bronze-tailed Thornbill (Chalcostigma heteropogon) belongs to the Hummingbirds family (Trochilidae), in the order Apodiformes.
How can I identify the Bronze-tailed Thornbill?
The Bronze-tailed Thornbill 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 Thornbill sighting?
You can log sightings of Bronze-tailed Thornbill on eBird (ebird.org) using species code brttho1, or on iNaturalist.
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