Mrs. Gould's Sunbird

Overview

Mrs. Gould's Sunbird (Aethopyga gouldiae) is a species of Sunbirds (Nectariniidae) in the order Perching Birds (Passerines). A glittering sunbird, the male with a blue throat, crimson back and elongated tail feathers; hovers at mountain flowers; a jewel of Himalayan and Chinese forests.

Scientific Classification

Genus: Aethopyga; binomial: Aethopyga gouldiae; authority: (Vigors, 1831). Typical size: 12-14cm. Average lifespan: 3-6 years.

Distribution

Breeding range: the Oriental Region.

Conservation Status

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

Remarks

No additional remarks recorded.