About the Sombre Hummingbird
The Sombre Hummingbird (Eupetomena cirrochloris) 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 somhum1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Apodiformes |
| Family | Hummingbirds (Trochilidae) |
| Species | Eupetomena cirrochloris |
| Species Codes | somhum1, SOHU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Sombre Hummingbird belong to?
The Sombre Hummingbird (Eupetomena cirrochloris) belongs to the Hummingbirds family (Trochilidae), in the order Apodiformes.
How can I identify the Sombre Hummingbird?
The Sombre 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 Sombre Hummingbird sighting?
You can log sightings of Sombre Hummingbird on eBird (ebird.org) using species code somhum1, or on iNaturalist.