About the Long-tailed Woodnymph
The long-tailed woodnymph is a species of hummingbird in the family Trochilidae. It is found in humid forest in northeastern Brazil, where it is known from the states of Pernambuco, Alagoas, Sergipe and the northernmost Bahia. It is usually thought to be widespread, but seen at low density in its increasingly fragmented range. Its population is estimated to be around 1,000–2,500 individuals, currently in decline due to deforestation and habitat loss.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Apodiformes |
| Family | Hummingbirds (Trochilidae) |
| Species | Thalurania watertonii |
| Species Codes | lotwoo2, LTWO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Long-tailed Woodnymph belong to?
The Long-tailed Woodnymph (Thalurania watertonii) belongs to the Hummingbirds family (Trochilidae), in the order Apodiformes.
How can I identify the Long-tailed Woodnymph?
The long-tailed woodnymph is a species of hummingbird in the family Trochilidae. It is found in humid forest in northeastern Brazil, where it is known from the states of Pernambuco, Alagoas, Sergipe and the northernmost Bahia. It is usually thought to be widespread, but seen at low density in its in...
Where can I report a Long-tailed Woodnymph sighting?
You can log sightings of Long-tailed Woodnymph on eBird (ebird.org) using species code lotwoo2, or on iNaturalist.
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