Amethyst Sunbird
Chalcomitra amethystina
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Least Concern
Wingspan
13.0 cm
Weight
13.225 g
Family
Nectariniidae
Order
Passeriformes
About
The Amethyst Sunbird is a small African nectarivore with a 13 cm wingspan, named for the male's striking iridescent amethyst-purple throat. It inhabits woodland edges and gardens across sub-Saharan Africa. Females are brownish with streaked underparts.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 13.0 cm | 5.1 in |
| Weight | 13.225 g | 0.47 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: PN. Incubation: 13-18 days. Fledging: 17 days.
Clutch Size
1-4
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Nectariniidae (Sunbirds) |
| Genus | Chalcomitra |
| Species | Chalcomitra amethystina |
Distribution
Amethyst Sunbird has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Amethyst Sunbird endangered?
The Amethyst Sunbird has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Amethyst Sunbird nest?
Nest type: PN. Incubation: 13-18 days. Fledging: 17 days.
How big is the Amethyst Sunbird?
The Amethyst Sunbird has a wingspan of 13.0 cm, weight of 13.225 g.
What order and family does the Amethyst Sunbird belong to?
The Amethyst Sunbird (Chalcomitra amethystina) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Nectariniidae.
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