About the Purple-chested Hummingbird
The Purple-chested Hummingbird (Polyerata rosenbergi) 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 puchum1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Apodiformes |
| Family | Hummingbirds (Trochilidae) |
| Species | Polyerata rosenbergi |
| Species Codes | puchum1, PCHU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Purple-chested Hummingbird belong to?
The Purple-chested Hummingbird (Polyerata rosenbergi) belongs to the Hummingbirds family (Trochilidae), in the order Apodiformes.
How can I identify the Purple-chested Hummingbird?
The Purple-chested Hummingbird 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-chested Hummingbird sighting?
You can log sightings of Purple-chested Hummingbird on eBird (ebird.org) using species code puchum1, or on iNaturalist.
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