Arabian sunbird explained

The Arabian sunbird (Cinnyris hellmayri) is a species of bird in the family Nectariniidae.

Subspecies

• Cinnyris hellmayri hellmayri Neumann
• Cinnyris hellmayri kinneari Bates ^[1]

Distribution

It is found in Oman, Saudi Arabia, and Yemen.^[1]

Habitat

This species prefers rocky or sandy areas and dry river beds with Acacia and Ziziphus trees.^[1]

Notes and References

1. Williams, J. G. . Condor. 57. 5. 249–262 . A systematic revision and natural history of the shining sunbird of Africa. 1955. 10.2307/1364731. 1364731. free.