About the Pale-tailed Barbthroat
The Pale-tailed Barbthroat (Threnetes leucurus) 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 patbar1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Apodiformes |
| Family | Hummingbirds (Trochilidae) |
| Species | Threnetes leucurus |
| Species Codes | patbar1, PTBA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Pale-tailed Barbthroat belong to?
The Pale-tailed Barbthroat (Threnetes leucurus) belongs to the Hummingbirds family (Trochilidae), in the order Apodiformes.
How can I identify the Pale-tailed Barbthroat?
The Pale-tailed Barbthroat 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 Pale-tailed Barbthroat sighting?
You can log sightings of Pale-tailed Barbthroat on eBird (ebird.org) using species code patbar1, or on iNaturalist.