About the Scintillant Hummingbird
The Scintillant Hummingbird (Selasphorus scintilla) 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 scihum1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Apodiformes |
| Family | Hummingbirds (Trochilidae) |
| Species | Selasphorus scintilla |
| Species Codes | scihum1, SCHU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Scintillant Hummingbird belong to?
The Scintillant Hummingbird (Selasphorus scintilla) belongs to the Hummingbirds family (Trochilidae), in the order Apodiformes.
How can I identify the Scintillant Hummingbird?
The Scintillant Hummingbird 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 Scintillant Hummingbird sighting?
You can log sightings of Scintillant Hummingbird on eBird (ebird.org) using species code scihum1, or on iNaturalist.