Arabian Sunbird
Cinnyris hellmayri
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Least Concern
Wingspan
12.6 cm
Weight
10.525 g
Family
Nectariniidae
Order
Passeriformes
About
The Arabian Sunbird is a small nectarivore from the Arabian Peninsula and East Africa, weighing about 10.5 grams with a wingspan near 13 cm. Males display iridescent plumage used in courtship displays, while feeding on nectar from flowering shrubs and small trees. It is a common and widespread sunbird across its arid and semi-arid range.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 12.6 cm | 5.0 in |
| Weight | 10.525 g | 0.37 oz |
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: PN.
Clutch Size
2-3
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Nectariniidae (Sunbirds) |
| Genus | Cinnyris |
| Species | Cinnyris hellmayri |
External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Arabian Sunbird endangered?
The Arabian Sunbird has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Arabian Sunbird nest?
Nest type: PN.
How big is the Arabian Sunbird?
The Arabian Sunbird has a wingspan of 12.6 cm, weight of 10.525 g.
What order and family does the Arabian Sunbird belong to?
The Arabian Sunbird (Cinnyris hellmayri) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Nectariniidae.
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