3,757 observationsLeast Concern
Amethyst Sunbird
Chalcomitra amethystina
Taxonomy
Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Aves ›Order: Passeriformes ›Family: Nectariniidae ›Genus: Chalcomitra
About
The amethyst sunbird, also called the black sunbird (Chalcomitra amethystina), is a species of passerine bird in the Nectariniidae family. It is native to the Afrotropics, mostly south of the equator. They are commonly found in well-watered habitats, and undertake seasonal movements to visit flowering woodlands. The demise of some woodlands have impacted their numbers locally, but their range has also expanded along with the spread of wooded gardens.
Frequently Asked Questions
- The scientific name of Amethyst Sunbird is Chalcomitra amethystina.
- The Amethyst Sunbird has a conservation status of Least Concern.
- Amethyst Sunbird belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
- Amethyst Sunbird belongs to the phylum Chordata.
- Amethyst Sunbird belongs to the class Aves.
- Amethyst Sunbird belongs to the order Passeriformes.
- Amethyst Sunbird belongs to the family Nectariniidae.
- Amethyst Sunbird belongs to the genus Chalcomitra.