About the Velvety Manakin
The Velvety Manakin (Lepidothrix velutina) is a species of bird in the Manakins family (Pipridae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 55 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code bucman1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Manakins (Pipridae) |
| Species | Lepidothrix velutina |
| Species Codes | bucman1, VELM, BCMA, VEMA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Velvety Manakin belong to?
The Velvety Manakin (Lepidothrix velutina) belongs to the Manakins family (Pipridae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Velvety Manakin?
The Velvety Manakin is a member of the Manakins family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Velvety Manakin sighting?
You can log sightings of Velvety Manakin on eBird (ebird.org) using species code bucman1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Manakins 55 species
More Birds in Order Passeriformes
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Quick Stats
Passeriformes
Order
55
Species in Family
816
iNat Observations
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