About the Santa Marta Woodstar
The Santa Marta Woodstar (Chaetocercus astreans) 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 samwoo2 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 astreans |
| Species Codes | samwoo2, SMWO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Santa Marta Woodstar belong to?
The Santa Marta Woodstar (Chaetocercus astreans) belongs to the Hummingbirds family (Trochilidae), in the order Apodiformes.
How can I identify the Santa Marta Woodstar?
The Santa Marta 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 Santa Marta Woodstar sighting?
You can log sightings of Santa Marta Woodstar on eBird (ebird.org) using species code samwoo2, or on iNaturalist.