Bates's Sunbird
Cinnyris batesi
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<birdfyi-bird slug="cinnyris-batesi"></birdfyi-bird>The Bates's Sunbird (Cinnyris batesi) is a bird species in the family Nectariniidae (sunbirds), within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 9.6 cm and a weight of 6.3 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Bates's Sunbird is a small, iridescent sunbird found in the lowland rainforests of West and Central Africa, particularly in Cameroon and Gabon. Males display metallic green and purple plumage with a bright breast band, while females are duller olive-brown. It feeds primarily on nectar from forest flowers and small insects, probing blooms with its curved bill.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 9.6 cm | 3.8 in |
| Weight | 6.35 g | 0.22 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: PN.
Clutch Size
1-2
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Nectariniidae (Sunbirds) |
| Genus | Cinnyris |
| Species | Cinnyris batesi |
Distribution
Bates's Sunbird has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Nectariniidae family