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