About the Gurney's Sugarbird
The Gurney's Sugarbird (Promerops gurneyi) is a species of bird in the Sugarbirds family (Promeropidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 2 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code gursug1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
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?
The Gurney's Sugarbird is a member of the Sugarbirds family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
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.
Related Species in Sugarbirds 2 species
More Birds in Order Passeriformes
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