About the Little Sunangel
The Little Sunangel (Heliangelus micraster) 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 litsun1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Apodiformes |
| Family | Hummingbirds (Trochilidae) |
| Species | Heliangelus micraster |
| Species Codes | litsun1, LISU, FTSU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Little Sunangel belong to?
The Little Sunangel (Heliangelus micraster) belongs to the Hummingbirds family (Trochilidae), in the order Apodiformes.
How can I identify the Little Sunangel?
The Little Sunangel 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 Little Sunangel sighting?
You can log sightings of Little Sunangel on eBird (ebird.org) using species code litsun1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Hummingbirds 363 species
More Birds in Order Apodiformes
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Quick Stats
Apodiformes
Order
363
Species in Family
47
iNat Observations
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