About the Purple Honeycreeper
The Purple Honeycreeper (Cyanerpes caeruleus) is a species of bird in the Tanagers and Allies family (Thraupidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 389 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code purhon1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Tanagers and Allies (Thraupidae) |
| Species | Cyanerpes caeruleus |
| Species Codes | purhon1, PUHO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Purple Honeycreeper belong to?
The Purple Honeycreeper (Cyanerpes caeruleus) belongs to the Tanagers and Allies family (Thraupidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Purple Honeycreeper?
The Purple Honeycreeper is a member of the Tanagers and Allies family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Purple Honeycreeper sighting?
You can log sightings of Purple Honeycreeper on eBird (ebird.org) using species code purhon1, or on iNaturalist.