About the Marvelous Spatuletail
The Marvelous Spatuletail (Loddigesia mirabilis) 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 marspa1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Apodiformes |
| Family | Hummingbirds (Trochilidae) |
| Species | Loddigesia mirabilis |
| Species Codes | marspa1, MASP |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Marvelous Spatuletail belong to?
The Marvelous Spatuletail (Loddigesia mirabilis) belongs to the Hummingbirds family (Trochilidae), in the order Apodiformes.
How can I identify the Marvelous Spatuletail?
The Marvelous Spatuletail 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 Marvelous Spatuletail sighting?
You can log sightings of Marvelous Spatuletail on eBird (ebird.org) using species code marspa1, or on iNaturalist.