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Violet-tailed Sunbird
Anthreptes aurantius
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Least Concern
Wingspan
12.8 cm
Weight
12.5 g
Family
Nectariniidae
Order
Passeriformes
The Violet-tailed Sunbird (Anthreptes aurantius) 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 12.5 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 12.8 cm | 5.0 in |
| Weight | 12.5 g | 0.44 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: PN.
Clutch Size
1-2
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Nectariniidae (Sunbirds) |
| Genus | Anthreptes |
| Species | Anthreptes aurantius |
Distribution
Violet-tailed Sunbird has been recorded in 1 countries.
Present
Not recorded
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External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Violet-tailed Sunbird endangered?
The Violet-tailed Sunbird has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Violet-tailed Sunbird nest?
Nest type: PN.
How big is the Violet-tailed Sunbird?
The Violet-tailed Sunbird has a wingspan of 12.8 cm, weight of 12.5 g.
What order and family does the Violet-tailed Sunbird belong to?
The Violet-tailed Sunbird (Anthreptes aurantius) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Nectariniidae.
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