About the Jamaican Tody
The Jamaican Tody (Todus todus) is a species of bird in the Todies family (Todidae), within the order Coraciiformes. This family contains 5 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code jamtod1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Coraciiformes |
| Family | Todies (Todidae) |
| Species | Todus todus |
| Species Codes | jamtod1, JATO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Jamaican Tody belong to?
The Jamaican Tody (Todus todus) belongs to the Todies family (Todidae), in the order Coraciiformes.
How can I identify the Jamaican Tody?
The Jamaican Tody is a member of the Todies family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Jamaican Tody sighting?
You can log sightings of Jamaican Tody on eBird (ebird.org) using species code jamtod1, or on iNaturalist.