Garden Sunbird

Cinnyris jugularis · Species of bird
Order
Passeriformes
Codes
olbsun31, OBSU, GASU

About the Garden Sunbird

The garden sunbird, previously known as the olive-backed sunbird, is a species of passerine bird in the family Nectariniidae that is found in the Philippines except on the Palawan island group. It was formerly considered to be conspecific with seven other species: the ornate sunbird, Palawan sunbird, Sahul sunbird, Tukangbesi sunbird, Flores Sea sunbird, South Moluccan sunbird and the Mamberamo sunbird. It is a small, brightly coloured bird with olive-green plumage on the wings and back with a bright yellow chest. It has a long downward-curved bill it uses for taking nectar and capturing insects. It is primarily nectarivorous, but will take insects and spiders, particularly when feeding chicks.

Source: Wikipedia

Taxonomy & Classification

KingdomAnimalia
PhylumChordata
ClassAves
OrderPasseriformes
FamilySunbirds and Spiderhunters (Nectariniidae)
SpeciesCinnyris jugularis
Species Codesolbsun31, OBSU, GASU

Frequently Asked Questions

What family does the Garden Sunbird belong to?

The Garden Sunbird (Cinnyris jugularis) belongs to the Sunbirds and Spiderhunters family (Nectariniidae), in the order Passeriformes.

How can I identify the Garden Sunbird?

The garden sunbird, previously known as the olive-backed sunbird, is a species of passerine bird in the family Nectariniidae that is found in the Philippines except on the Palawan island group. It was formerly considered to be conspecific with seven other species: the ornate sunbird, Palawan sunbird...

Where can I report a Garden Sunbird sighting?

You can log sightings of Garden Sunbird on eBird (ebird.org) using species code olbsun31, or on iNaturalist.