About the Metallic-winged Sunbird
The metallic-winged sunbird is a species of bird in the family Nectariniidae. It is endemic to the Philippines.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Sunbirds and Spiderhunters (Nectariniidae) |
| Species | Aethopyga pulcherrima |
| Species Codes | mewsun3, MWSU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Metallic-winged Sunbird belong to?
The Metallic-winged Sunbird (Aethopyga pulcherrima) belongs to the Sunbirds and Spiderhunters family (Nectariniidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Metallic-winged Sunbird?
The metallic-winged sunbird is a species of bird in the family Nectariniidae. It is endemic to the Philippines....
Where can I report a Metallic-winged Sunbird sighting?
You can log sightings of Metallic-winged Sunbird on eBird (ebird.org) using species code mewsun3, or on iNaturalist.
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More Birds in Order Passeriformes
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Quick Stats
Passeriformes
Order
151
Species in Family
73
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