About the Turquoise-crowned Hummingbird
The Turquoise-crowned Hummingbird (Cynanthus doubledayi) 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 brbhum2 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Apodiformes |
| Family | Hummingbirds (Trochilidae) |
| Species | Cynanthus doubledayi |
| Species Codes | brbhum2, TCHU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Turquoise-crowned Hummingbird belong to?
The Turquoise-crowned Hummingbird (Cynanthus doubledayi) belongs to the Hummingbirds family (Trochilidae), in the order Apodiformes.
How can I identify the Turquoise-crowned Hummingbird?
The Turquoise-crowned 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 Turquoise-crowned Hummingbird sighting?
You can log sightings of Turquoise-crowned Hummingbird on eBird (ebird.org) using species code brbhum2, or on iNaturalist.