About the Purple-collared Woodstar
The Purple-collared Woodstar (Myrtis fanny) 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 pucwoo1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Apodiformes |
| Family | Hummingbirds (Trochilidae) |
| Species | Myrtis fanny |
| Species Codes | pucwoo1, PCWO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Purple-collared Woodstar belong to?
The Purple-collared Woodstar (Myrtis fanny) belongs to the Hummingbirds family (Trochilidae), in the order Apodiformes.
How can I identify the Purple-collared Woodstar?
The Purple-collared Woodstar 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-collared Woodstar sighting?
You can log sightings of Purple-collared Woodstar on eBird (ebird.org) using species code pucwoo1, or on iNaturalist.