About the Tufted Coquette
The Tufted Coquette (Lophornis ornatus) 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 tufcoq1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Apodiformes |
| Family | Hummingbirds (Trochilidae) |
| Species | Lophornis ornatus |
| Species Codes | tufcoq1, TUCO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Tufted Coquette belong to?
The Tufted Coquette (Lophornis ornatus) belongs to the Hummingbirds family (Trochilidae), in the order Apodiformes.
How can I identify the Tufted Coquette?
The Tufted Coquette 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 Tufted Coquette sighting?
You can log sightings of Tufted Coquette on eBird (ebird.org) using species code tufcoq1, or on iNaturalist.
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More Birds in Order Apodiformes
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Quick Stats
Apodiformes
Order
363
Species in Family
310
iNat Observations
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