About the Red-billed Streamertail
The Red-billed Streamertail (Trochilus polytmus) 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 stream2 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Apodiformes |
| Family | Hummingbirds (Trochilidae) |
| Species | Trochilus polytmus |
| Species Codes | stream2, RBST |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Red-billed Streamertail belong to?
The Red-billed Streamertail (Trochilus polytmus) belongs to the Hummingbirds family (Trochilidae), in the order Apodiformes.
How can I identify the Red-billed Streamertail?
The Red-billed Streamertail 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 Red-billed Streamertail sighting?
You can log sightings of Red-billed Streamertail on eBird (ebird.org) using species code stream2, or on iNaturalist.