Anchieta's Sunbird
Anthreptes anchietae
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Least Concern
Wingspan
12.8 cm
Weight
8.0 g
Family
Nectariniidae
Order
Passeriformes
About
Anchieta's Sunbird is a small nectarivore with a 12.8 cm wingspan, weighing just 8 grams. It is found in woodland and forest habitats in central-southern Africa. Like other members of Nectariniidae, it feeds on nectar and small insects.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 12.8 cm | 5.0 in |
| Weight | 8.0 g | 0.28 oz |
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: DM.
Clutch Size
1-2
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Nectariniidae (Sunbirds) |
| Genus | Anthreptes |
| Species | Anthreptes anchietae |
Distribution
Anchieta's Sunbird has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Anchieta's Sunbird endangered?
The Anchieta's Sunbird has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Anchieta's Sunbird nest?
Nest type: DM.
How big is the Anchieta's Sunbird?
The Anchieta's Sunbird has a wingspan of 12.8 cm, weight of 8.0 g.
What order and family does the Anchieta's Sunbird belong to?
The Anchieta's Sunbird (Anthreptes anchietae) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Nectariniidae.
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