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Rufous-winged Sunbird
Cinnyris rufipennis
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Vulnerable
Wingspan
10.8 cm
Weight
8.925 g
Family
Nectariniidae
Order
Passeriformes
The Rufous-winged Sunbird (Cinnyris rufipennis) is a bird species in the family Nectariniidae (sunbirds), within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 10.8 cm and a weight of 8.9 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Vulnerable.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 10.8 cm | 4.3 in |
| Weight | 8.925 g | 0.31 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Vulnerable
IUCN Red List
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Nectariniidae (Sunbirds) |
| Genus | Cinnyris |
| Species | Cinnyris rufipennis |
Distribution
Rufous-winged Sunbird has been recorded in 1 countries.
Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Rufous-winged Sunbird endangered?
The Rufous-winged Sunbird has a conservation status of Vulnerable.
How big is the Rufous-winged Sunbird?
The Rufous-winged Sunbird has a wingspan of 10.8 cm, weight of 8.925 g.
What order and family does the Rufous-winged Sunbird belong to?
The Rufous-winged Sunbird (Cinnyris rufipennis) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Nectariniidae.
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