About the Green-tailed Emerald
The Green-tailed Emerald (Chlorostilbon alice) 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 grteme1 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 alice |
| Species Codes | grteme1, GTEM, STEM |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Green-tailed Emerald belong to?
The Green-tailed Emerald (Chlorostilbon alice) belongs to the Hummingbirds family (Trochilidae), in the order Apodiformes.
How can I identify the Green-tailed Emerald?
The Green-tailed 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 Green-tailed Emerald sighting?
You can log sightings of Green-tailed Emerald on eBird (ebird.org) using species code grteme1, or on iNaturalist.