About the Golden-crowned Emerald
The Golden-crowned Emerald (Cynanthus auriceps) 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 goceme1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Apodiformes |
| Family | Hummingbirds (Trochilidae) |
| Species | Cynanthus auriceps |
| Species Codes | goceme1, GCEM |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Golden-crowned Emerald belong to?
The Golden-crowned Emerald (Cynanthus auriceps) belongs to the Hummingbirds family (Trochilidae), in the order Apodiformes.
How can I identify the Golden-crowned Emerald?
The Golden-crowned 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 Golden-crowned Emerald sighting?
You can log sightings of Golden-crowned Emerald on eBird (ebird.org) using species code goceme1, or on iNaturalist.