Amethyst Sunbird

Chalcomitra amethystina

The amethyst sunbird, also called the black sunbird, is a species of passerine bird in the family Nectariniidae. It is native to the Afrotropics, mostly south of the equator. They are commonly found in well-watered habitats, and undertake seasonal movements to visit flowering woodlands. The demise of some woodlands have impacted their numbers locally, but their range has also expanded along with the spread of wooded gardens.

Scientific name

Chalcomitra amethystina

Family

Sunbirds and Spiderhunters

IUCN status

LC