About the Golden-winged Sunbird
The golden-winged sunbird is a species of bird in the family Nectariniidae. Three subspecies are recognised. It is native to the Albertine Rift montane forests and East African montane forests.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Sunbirds and Spiderhunters (Nectariniidae) |
| Species | Drepanorhynchus reichenowi |
| Species Codes | gowsun2, GWSU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Golden-winged Sunbird belong to?
The Golden-winged Sunbird (Drepanorhynchus reichenowi) belongs to the Sunbirds and Spiderhunters family (Nectariniidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Golden-winged Sunbird?
The golden-winged sunbird is a species of bird in the family Nectariniidae. Three subspecies are recognised. It is native to the Albertine Rift montane forests and East African montane forests....
Where can I report a Golden-winged Sunbird sighting?
You can log sightings of Golden-winged Sunbird on eBird (ebird.org) using species code gowsun2, or on iNaturalist.
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Quick Stats
Passeriformes
Order
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Species in Family
157
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