Socotra Sunbird

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Socotra Sunbird (<em>Chalcomitra balfouri</em>) is a species of Sunbirds (<em>Nectariniidae</em>) in the order Perching Birds (Passerines).

Overview

Socotra Sunbird (Chalcomitra balfouri) is a species of Sunbirds (Nectariniidae) in the order Perching Birds (Passerines).

Scientific Classification

Genus: Chalcomitra; binomial: Chalcomitra balfouri; authority: (Sclater, PL & Hartlaub, 1881).

Distribution

Breeding range: Africa.

Conservation Status

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

Remarks

No additional remarks recorded.

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