About the Buffy Hummingbird
The Buffy Hummingbird (Leucippus fallax) 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 bufhum1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Apodiformes |
| Family | Hummingbirds (Trochilidae) |
| Species | Leucippus fallax |
| Species Codes | bufhum1, BUHU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Buffy Hummingbird belong to?
The Buffy Hummingbird (Leucippus fallax) belongs to the Hummingbirds family (Trochilidae), in the order Apodiformes.
How can I identify the Buffy Hummingbird?
The Buffy 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 Buffy Hummingbird sighting?
You can log sightings of Buffy Hummingbird on eBird (ebird.org) using species code bufhum1, or on iNaturalist.