About the Puerto Rican Tody
The Puerto Rican Tody (Todus mexicanus) is a species of bird in the Todies family (Todidae), within the order Coraciiformes. This family contains 5 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code purtod1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Coraciiformes |
| Family | Todies (Todidae) |
| Species | Todus mexicanus |
| Species Codes | purtod1, PRTO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Puerto Rican Tody belong to?
The Puerto Rican Tody (Todus mexicanus) belongs to the Todies family (Todidae), in the order Coraciiformes.
How can I identify the Puerto Rican Tody?
The Puerto Rican Tody is a member of the Todies family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Puerto Rican Tody sighting?
You can log sightings of Puerto Rican Tody on eBird (ebird.org) using species code purtod1, or on iNaturalist.