Gorgeous Sunbird
Gorgeous Sunbird (<em>Cinnyris melanogastrus</em>) is a species of Sunbirds (<em>Nectariniidae</em>) in the order Perching Birds (Passerines).
Overview
Gorgeous Sunbird (Cinnyris melanogastrus) is a species of Sunbirds (Nectariniidae) in the order Perching Birds (Passerines).
Scientific Classification
Genus: Cinnyris; binomial: Cinnyris melanogastrus; authority: (Fischer, GA & Reichenow, 1884).
Distribution
Breeding range: Africa.
Conservation Status
This taxon is listed as Extant (living) in the IOC World Bird List.
Remarks
Gorgeous Sunbird Cinnyris melanogastrus is split from Beautiful Sunbird C. pulchellus based on parapatry with consistent differences in morphology (del Hoyo & Collar 2016; HBW/BirdLife).
