About the Sword-billed Hummingbird
The Sword-billed Hummingbird (Ensifera ensifera) 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 swbhum1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Apodiformes |
| Family | Hummingbirds (Trochilidae) |
| Species | Ensifera ensifera |
| Species Codes | swbhum1, SBHU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Sword-billed Hummingbird belong to?
The Sword-billed Hummingbird (Ensifera ensifera) belongs to the Hummingbirds family (Trochilidae), in the order Apodiformes.
How can I identify the Sword-billed Hummingbird?
The Sword-billed 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 Sword-billed Hummingbird sighting?
You can log sightings of Sword-billed Hummingbird on eBird (ebird.org) using species code swbhum1, or on iNaturalist.