Apricot-breasted Sunbird
Cinnyris buettikoferi
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Least Concern
Wingspan
10.0 cm
Weight
9.0 g
Family
Nectariniidae
Order
Passeriformes
About
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
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
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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Present
Not recorded
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External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Apricot-breasted Sunbird endangered?
The Apricot-breasted Sunbird has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How big is the Apricot-breasted Sunbird?
The Apricot-breasted Sunbird has a wingspan of 10.0 cm, weight of 9.0 g.
What order and family does the Apricot-breasted Sunbird belong to?
The Apricot-breasted Sunbird (Cinnyris buettikoferi) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Nectariniidae.
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