Northern New Guinea (R Mamberano system east to R Ramu drainage). Considered by some authors to be a subspecies of Olive-backed Sunbird (Cinnyris jugularis).
 
Rarity Status
Currently this species is not classified as a rarity in this country OR information has not been updated.
Subspecies
No subspecies.
Considered by some authors to be a subspecies of Olive-backed Sunbird (Cinnyris jugularis).