Anjouan Sunbird
Cinnyris comorensis
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Least Concern
Wingspan
10.7 cm
Weight
7.65 g
Family
Nectariniidae
Order
Passeriformes
About
The Anjouan Sunbird is a small nectarivore with a 10.7 cm wingspan, weighing around 7.65 grams, endemic to Anjouan in the Comoros Islands. It inhabits forest, woodland, and gardens, feeding on nectar from flowering plants. Males display iridescent plumage typical of the sunbird family.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 10.7 cm | 4.2 in |
| Weight | 7.65 g | 0.27 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Clutch Size
1
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Nectariniidae (Sunbirds) |
| Genus | Cinnyris |
| Species | Cinnyris comorensis |
Distribution
Anjouan 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 Anjouan Sunbird endangered?
The Anjouan Sunbird has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How big is the Anjouan Sunbird?
The Anjouan Sunbird has a wingspan of 10.7 cm, weight of 7.65 g.
What order and family does the Anjouan Sunbird belong to?
The Anjouan Sunbird (Cinnyris comorensis) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Nectariniidae.
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