About the Garden Emerald
The Garden Emerald (Chlorostilbon assimilis) 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 gareme1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Apodiformes |
| Family | Hummingbirds (Trochilidae) |
| Species | Chlorostilbon assimilis |
| Species Codes | gareme1, GAEM |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Garden Emerald belong to?
The Garden Emerald (Chlorostilbon assimilis) belongs to the Hummingbirds family (Trochilidae), in the order Apodiformes.
How can I identify the Garden Emerald?
The Garden Emerald 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 Garden Emerald sighting?
You can log sightings of Garden Emerald on eBird (ebird.org) using species code gareme1, or on iNaturalist.