About the Violet Sabrewing
The Violet Sabrewing (Campylopterus hemileucurus) 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 viosab1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Apodiformes |
| Family | Hummingbirds (Trochilidae) |
| Species | Campylopterus hemileucurus |
| Species Codes | viosab1, VISA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Violet Sabrewing belong to?
The Violet Sabrewing (Campylopterus hemileucurus) belongs to the Hummingbirds family (Trochilidae), in the order Apodiformes.
How can I identify the Violet Sabrewing?
The Violet Sabrewing 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 Violet Sabrewing sighting?
You can log sightings of Violet Sabrewing on eBird (ebird.org) using species code viosab1, or on iNaturalist.