About the Green-tailed Goldenthroat
The Green-tailed Goldenthroat (Polytmus theresiae) 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 grtgol1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Apodiformes |
| Family | Hummingbirds (Trochilidae) |
| Species | Polytmus theresiae |
| Species Codes | grtgol1, GTGO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Green-tailed Goldenthroat belong to?
The Green-tailed Goldenthroat (Polytmus theresiae) belongs to the Hummingbirds family (Trochilidae), in the order Apodiformes.
How can I identify the Green-tailed Goldenthroat?
The Green-tailed Goldenthroat 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 Goldenthroat sighting?
You can log sightings of Green-tailed Goldenthroat on eBird (ebird.org) using species code grtgol1, or on iNaturalist.