About the Greenish Puffleg
The Greenish Puffleg (Haplophaedia aureliae) 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 grepuf1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Apodiformes |
| Family | Hummingbirds (Trochilidae) |
| Species | Haplophaedia aureliae |
| Species Codes | grepuf1, GRPU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Greenish Puffleg belong to?
The Greenish Puffleg (Haplophaedia aureliae) belongs to the Hummingbirds family (Trochilidae), in the order Apodiformes.
How can I identify the Greenish Puffleg?
The Greenish Puffleg 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 Greenish Puffleg sighting?
You can log sightings of Greenish Puffleg on eBird (ebird.org) using species code grepuf1, or on iNaturalist.