About the Gurney's Sugarbird
Gurney's sugarbird is a medium-sized passerine endemic to the mid- and high-altitude grassland velds in southern Africa. It belongs to the family Promeropidae, which contains one genus, Promerops, and two species. Gurney's sugarbird feeds on nectar from Protea bushes as well as on small insects. This bird is characterized by its long, graduated tail and decurved beak.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Sugarbirds (Promeropidae) |
| Species | Promerops gurneyi |
| Species Codes | gursug1, GUSU |
| Conservation | NT Near Threatened |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Gurney's Sugarbird belong to?
The Gurney's Sugarbird (Promerops gurneyi) belongs to the Sugarbirds family (Promeropidae), in the order Passeriformes.
What is the conservation status of the Gurney's Sugarbird?
The Gurney's Sugarbird is classified as "Near Threatened" (NT) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Gurney's Sugarbird?
Gurney's sugarbird is a medium-sized passerine endemic to the mid- and high-altitude grassland velds in southern Africa. It belongs to the family Promeropidae, which contains one genus, Promerops, and two species. Gurney's sugarbird feeds on nectar from Protea bushes as well as on small insects. Thi...
Where can I report a Gurney's Sugarbird sighting?
You can log sightings of Gurney's Sugarbird on eBird (ebird.org) using species code gursug1, or on iNaturalist.
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