South Moluccan Sunbird

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South Moluccan Sunbird (<em>Cinnyris clementiae</em>) is a species of Sunbirds (<em>Nectariniidae</em>) in the order Perching Birds (Passerines).

Overview

South Moluccan Sunbird (Cinnyris clementiae) is a species of Sunbirds (Nectariniidae) in the order Perching Birds (Passerines).

Scientific Classification

Genus: Cinnyris; binomial: Cinnyris clementiae; authority: Lesson, RP, 1827.

Distribution

Breeding range: Australasia.

Conservation Status

This taxon is listed as Extant (living) in the IOC World Bird List.

Remarks

South Moluccan Sunbird Cinnyris clementiae (including buruensis and keiensis) is split from Cinnyris jugularis based on substantial differences in plumage (WGAC).

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