About the Mountain Velvetbreast
The Mountain Velvetbreast (Lafresnaya lafresnayi) 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 mouvel1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Apodiformes |
| Family | Hummingbirds (Trochilidae) |
| Species | Lafresnaya lafresnayi |
| Species Codes | mouvel1, MOVE |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Mountain Velvetbreast belong to?
The Mountain Velvetbreast (Lafresnaya lafresnayi) belongs to the Hummingbirds family (Trochilidae), in the order Apodiformes.
How can I identify the Mountain Velvetbreast?
The Mountain Velvetbreast 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 Mountain Velvetbreast sighting?
You can log sightings of Mountain Velvetbreast on eBird (ebird.org) using species code mouvel1, or on iNaturalist.