Ramsayornis Explained

Ramsayornis is a genus of bird in the family Meliphagidae.[1] It is found from Northern Australia to New Guinea. This genus of bird is characterized by the small size, pale ventral plumage with incomplete barring, and unmarked white throat and undertail.[2] It contains the following species:[3]

Image Scientific name Common Name Distribution
Ramsayornis fasciatus northern Australia
Ramsayornis modestus New Guinea and Cape York Peninsula

References

  1. Web site: Details : Ramsayornis - BirdGuides. www.birdguides.com. en. 2017-08-21.
  2. Book: Birds of New Guinea: Distribution, Taxonomy, and Systematics. Beehler. Bruce M.. Pratt. Thane K.. 2016-03-29. Princeton University Press. 9781400880713. en.
  3. Book: Australian Bird Names: A Complete Guide. Gray. Jeannie. Fraser. Ian. 2013-05-15. Csiro Publishing. 9780643104716. en.