About the Green-tailed Jacamar
The Green-tailed Jacamar (Galbula galbula) is a species of bird in the Jacamars family (Galbulidae), within the order Piciformes. This family contains 18 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code grtjac1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Piciformes |
| Family | Jacamars (Galbulidae) |
| Species | Galbula galbula |
| Species Codes | grtjac1, GTJA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Green-tailed Jacamar belong to?
The Green-tailed Jacamar (Galbula galbula) belongs to the Jacamars family (Galbulidae), in the order Piciformes.
How can I identify the Green-tailed Jacamar?
The Green-tailed Jacamar is a member of the Jacamars family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Green-tailed Jacamar sighting?
You can log sightings of Green-tailed Jacamar on eBird (ebird.org) using species code grtjac1, or on iNaturalist.