About the Sooty Barbthroat
The Sooty Barbthroat (Threnetes niger) 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 soobar1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Apodiformes |
| Family | Hummingbirds (Trochilidae) |
| Species | Threnetes niger |
| Species Codes | soobar1, SOBA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Sooty Barbthroat belong to?
The Sooty Barbthroat (Threnetes niger) belongs to the Hummingbirds family (Trochilidae), in the order Apodiformes.
How can I identify the Sooty Barbthroat?
The Sooty Barbthroat 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 Sooty Barbthroat sighting?
You can log sightings of Sooty Barbthroat on eBird (ebird.org) using species code soobar1, or on iNaturalist.