About the Rufous-shafted Woodstar
The Rufous-shafted Woodstar (Chaetocercus jourdanii) 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 ruswoo1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Apodiformes |
| Family | Hummingbirds (Trochilidae) |
| Species | Chaetocercus jourdanii |
| Species Codes | ruswoo1, RSWO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Rufous-shafted Woodstar belong to?
The Rufous-shafted Woodstar (Chaetocercus jourdanii) belongs to the Hummingbirds family (Trochilidae), in the order Apodiformes.
How can I identify the Rufous-shafted Woodstar?
The Rufous-shafted 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 Rufous-shafted Woodstar sighting?
You can log sightings of Rufous-shafted Woodstar on eBird (ebird.org) using species code ruswoo1, or on iNaturalist.
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