About the Peruvian Sheartail
The Peruvian Sheartail (Thaumastura cora) 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 pershe2 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Apodiformes |
| Family | Hummingbirds (Trochilidae) |
| Species | Thaumastura cora |
| Species Codes | pershe2, PESH |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Peruvian Sheartail belong to?
The Peruvian Sheartail (Thaumastura cora) belongs to the Hummingbirds family (Trochilidae), in the order Apodiformes.
How can I identify the Peruvian Sheartail?
The Peruvian Sheartail 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 Sheartail sighting?
You can log sightings of Peruvian Sheartail on eBird (ebird.org) using species code pershe2, or on iNaturalist.