About the Purple-bibbed Whitetip
The Purple-bibbed Whitetip (Urosticte benjamini) 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 pubwhi1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Apodiformes |
| Family | Hummingbirds (Trochilidae) |
| Species | Urosticte benjamini |
| Species Codes | pubwhi1, PBWH |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Purple-bibbed Whitetip belong to?
The Purple-bibbed Whitetip (Urosticte benjamini) belongs to the Hummingbirds family (Trochilidae), in the order Apodiformes.
How can I identify the Purple-bibbed Whitetip?
The Purple-bibbed Whitetip 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 Purple-bibbed Whitetip sighting?
You can log sightings of Purple-bibbed Whitetip on eBird (ebird.org) using species code pubwhi1, or on iNaturalist.