Amani Sunbird

Amani Sunbird

Hedydipna pallidigaster

Endangered
Wingspan
9.9 cm
Weight
7.083333333333333 g
Family
Nectariniidae
Order
Passeriformes

About

The Amani Sunbird is an endangered nectarivore weighing just 7 g with a 9.9 cm wingspan, endemic to coastal forests of Tanzania and Kenya. Its small size and specialized diet make it highly dependent on intact forest habitat.

Physical Description

Measurement Value Imperial
Wingspan 9.9 cm 3.9 in
Weight 7.083333333333333 g 0.25 oz

Habitat & Range

Conservation Status

Endangered
IUCN Red List

Behavior & Breeding

Nesting

Nest type: PN.

Clutch Size

3

Taxonomy

Kingdom Animalia
Phylum Chordata
Class Aves
Order Passeriformes (Songbirds)
Family Nectariniidae (Sunbirds)
Genus Hedydipna
Species Hedydipna pallidigaster

Distribution

Amani Sunbird has been recorded in 1 countries.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Amani Sunbird endangered?
The Amani Sunbird has a conservation status of Endangered.
How does the Amani Sunbird nest?
Nest type: PN.
How big is the Amani Sunbird?
The Amani Sunbird has a wingspan of 9.9 cm, weight of 7.083333333333333 g.
What order and family does the Amani Sunbird belong to?
The Amani Sunbird (Hedydipna pallidigaster) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Nectariniidae.

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