Anchieta's Sunbird

Anchieta's Sunbird

Anthreptes anchietae

Least Concern
Wingspan
12.8 cm
Weight
8.0 g
Family
Nectariniidae
Order
Passeriformes

The Anchieta's Sunbird (Anthreptes anchietae) is a bird species in the family Nectariniidae (sunbirds), within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 12.8 cm and a weight of 8 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.

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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.

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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