Apricot-breasted Sunbird
Cinnyris buettikoferi
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<birdfyi-bird slug="cinnyris-buettikoferi"></birdfyi-bird>The Apricot-breasted Sunbird (Cinnyris buettikoferi) is a bird species in the family Nectariniidae (sunbirds), within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 10 cm and a weight of 9 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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The Apricot-breasted Sunbird is a small nectarivore endemic to Sumbawa and Sumba islands in Indonesia, weighing about 9 grams with a wingspan of about 10 cm. Males display a distinctive apricot-orange breast contrasting with iridescent upperparts. It feeds on nectar from flowering trees and shrubs in forest and garden habitats.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 10.0 cm | 3.9 in |
| Weight | 9.0 g | 0.32 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Nectariniidae (Sunbirds) |
| Genus | Cinnyris |
| Species | Cinnyris buettikoferi |
Distribution
Apricot-breasted Sunbird has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Nectariniidae family