About the Ecuadorian Piedtail
The Ecuadorian Piedtail (Phlogophilus hemileucurus) 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 ecupie1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Apodiformes |
| Family | Hummingbirds (Trochilidae) |
| Species | Phlogophilus hemileucurus |
| Species Codes | ecupie1, ECPI |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Ecuadorian Piedtail belong to?
The Ecuadorian Piedtail (Phlogophilus hemileucurus) belongs to the Hummingbirds family (Trochilidae), in the order Apodiformes.
How can I identify the Ecuadorian Piedtail?
The Ecuadorian Piedtail 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 Ecuadorian Piedtail sighting?
You can log sightings of Ecuadorian Piedtail on eBird (ebird.org) using species code ecupie1, or on iNaturalist.