About the Glowing Puffleg
The Glowing Puffleg (Eriocnemis vestita) 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 glopuf2 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 vestita |
| Species Codes | glopuf2, GLPU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Glowing Puffleg belong to?
The Glowing Puffleg (Eriocnemis vestita) belongs to the Hummingbirds family (Trochilidae), in the order Apodiformes.
How can I identify the Glowing Puffleg?
The Glowing 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 Glowing Puffleg sighting?
You can log sightings of Glowing Puffleg on eBird (ebird.org) using species code glopuf2, or on iNaturalist.