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Banded Sunbird
Anthreptes rubritorques
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Vulnerable
Wingspan
11.4 cm
Weight
9.55 g
Family
Nectariniidae
Order
Passeriformes
About
The Banded Sunbird is a Vulnerable sunbird of the family Nectariniidae endemic to the Eastern Arc Mountains of Tanzania. Weighing about 9.6g with a wingspan of 11.4cm, the male has a distinctive red-and-black breast band. Its restricted montane forest habitat and ongoing deforestation make it particularly threatened.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 11.4 cm | 4.5 in |
| Weight | 9.55 g | 0.34 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Vulnerable
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: PN,SP.
Clutch Size
2
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Nectariniidae (Sunbirds) |
| Genus | Anthreptes |
| Species | Anthreptes rubritorques |
Distribution
Banded Sunbird has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Banded Sunbird endangered?
The Banded Sunbird has a conservation status of Vulnerable.
How does the Banded Sunbird nest?
Nest type: PN,SP.
How big is the Banded Sunbird?
The Banded Sunbird has a wingspan of 11.4 cm, weight of 9.55 g.
What order and family does the Banded Sunbird belong to?
The Banded Sunbird (Anthreptes rubritorques) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Nectariniidae.
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