About the Tourmaline Sunangel
The Tourmaline Sunangel (Heliangelus exortis) 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 tousun1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Apodiformes |
| Family | Hummingbirds (Trochilidae) |
| Species | Heliangelus exortis |
| Species Codes | tousun1, TOSU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Tourmaline Sunangel belong to?
The Tourmaline Sunangel (Heliangelus exortis) belongs to the Hummingbirds family (Trochilidae), in the order Apodiformes.
How can I identify the Tourmaline Sunangel?
The Tourmaline Sunangel 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 Tourmaline Sunangel sighting?
You can log sightings of Tourmaline Sunangel on eBird (ebird.org) using species code tousun1, or on iNaturalist.