About the Mrs. Gould's Sunbird
The Mrs. Gould's Sunbird (Aethopyga gouldiae) is a species of bird in the Sunbirds and Spiderhunters family (Nectariniidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 151 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code gousun1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Sunbirds and Spiderhunters (Nectariniidae) |
| Species | Aethopyga gouldiae |
| Species Codes | gousun1, MGSU, GOSU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Mrs. Gould's Sunbird belong to?
The Mrs. Gould's Sunbird (Aethopyga gouldiae) belongs to the Sunbirds and Spiderhunters family (Nectariniidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Mrs. Gould's Sunbird?
The Mrs. Gould's Sunbird is a member of the Sunbirds and Spiderhunters family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Mrs. Gould's Sunbird sighting?
You can log sightings of Mrs. Gould's Sunbird on eBird (ebird.org) using species code gousun1, or on iNaturalist.