About the Mexican Violetear
The Mexican Violetear (Colibri thalassinus) 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 grnvie1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Apodiformes |
| Family | Hummingbirds (Trochilidae) |
| Species | Colibri thalassinus |
| Species Codes | grnvie1, MEVI, GRVI |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Mexican Violetear belong to?
The Mexican Violetear (Colibri thalassinus) belongs to the Hummingbirds family (Trochilidae), in the order Apodiformes.
How can I identify the Mexican Violetear?
The Mexican Violetear 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 Mexican Violetear sighting?
You can log sightings of Mexican Violetear on eBird (ebird.org) using species code grnvie1, or on iNaturalist.