About the Emerald-bellied Puffleg
The Emerald-bellied Puffleg (Eriocnemis aline) 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 embpuf1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Apodiformes |
| Family | Hummingbirds (Trochilidae) |
| Species | Eriocnemis aline |
| Species Codes | embpuf1, EBPU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Emerald-bellied Puffleg belong to?
The Emerald-bellied Puffleg (Eriocnemis aline) belongs to the Hummingbirds family (Trochilidae), in the order Apodiformes.
How can I identify the Emerald-bellied Puffleg?
The Emerald-bellied Puffleg 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 Emerald-bellied Puffleg sighting?
You can log sightings of Emerald-bellied Puffleg on eBird (ebird.org) using species code embpuf1, or on iNaturalist.