About the Slender Sheartail
The Slender Sheartail (Doricha enicura) 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 sleshe1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Apodiformes |
| Family | Hummingbirds (Trochilidae) |
| Species | Doricha enicura |
| Species Codes | sleshe1, SLSH |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Slender Sheartail belong to?
The Slender Sheartail (Doricha enicura) belongs to the Hummingbirds family (Trochilidae), in the order Apodiformes.
How can I identify the Slender Sheartail?
The Slender Sheartail 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 Slender Sheartail sighting?
You can log sightings of Slender Sheartail on eBird (ebird.org) using species code sleshe1, or on iNaturalist.