About the Green-crowned Brilliant
The Green-crowned Brilliant (Heliodoxa jacula) 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 grcbri1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Apodiformes |
| Family | Hummingbirds (Trochilidae) |
| Species | Heliodoxa jacula |
| Species Codes | grcbri1, GCBR |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Green-crowned Brilliant belong to?
The Green-crowned Brilliant (Heliodoxa jacula) belongs to the Hummingbirds family (Trochilidae), in the order Apodiformes.
How can I identify the Green-crowned Brilliant?
The Green-crowned Brilliant 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 Green-crowned Brilliant sighting?
You can log sightings of Green-crowned Brilliant on eBird (ebird.org) using species code grcbri1, or on iNaturalist.