About the Peruvian Piedtail
The Peruvian Piedtail (Phlogophilus harterti) 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 perpie1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Apodiformes |
| Family | Hummingbirds (Trochilidae) |
| Species | Phlogophilus harterti |
| Species Codes | perpie1, PEPI |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Peruvian Piedtail belong to?
The Peruvian Piedtail (Phlogophilus harterti) belongs to the Hummingbirds family (Trochilidae), in the order Apodiformes.
How can I identify the Peruvian Piedtail?
The Peruvian Piedtail 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 Peruvian Piedtail sighting?
You can log sightings of Peruvian Piedtail on eBird (ebird.org) using species code perpie1, or on iNaturalist.