About the Xantus's Hummingbird
Xantus's hummingbird, previously known as the black-fronted hummingbird, is a species in the "emeralds", tribe Trochilini of subfamily Trochilinae. It is endemic to the Baja California Peninsula.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Apodiformes |
| Family | Hummingbirds (Trochilidae) |
| Species | Basilinna xantusii |
| Species Codes | xanhum, XAHU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Xantus's Hummingbird belong to?
The Xantus's Hummingbird (Basilinna xantusii) belongs to the Hummingbirds family (Trochilidae), in the order Apodiformes.
How can I identify the Xantus's Hummingbird?
Xantus's hummingbird, previously known as the black-fronted hummingbird, is a species in the \"emeralds\", tribe Trochilini of subfamily Trochilinae. It is endemic to the Baja California Peninsula....
Where can I report a Xantus's Hummingbird sighting?
You can log sightings of Xantus's Hummingbird on eBird (ebird.org) using species code xanhum, or on iNaturalist.
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