About the Speckled Hummingbird
The Speckled Hummingbird (Adelomyia melanogenys) 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 spehum1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Apodiformes |
| Family | Hummingbirds (Trochilidae) |
| Species | Adelomyia melanogenys |
| Species Codes | spehum1, SPHU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Speckled Hummingbird belong to?
The Speckled Hummingbird (Adelomyia melanogenys) belongs to the Hummingbirds family (Trochilidae), in the order Apodiformes.
How can I identify the Speckled Hummingbird?
The Speckled 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 Speckled Hummingbird sighting?
You can log sightings of Speckled Hummingbird on eBird (ebird.org) using species code spehum1, or on iNaturalist.