Elegant Sunbird vs Neergaard's Sunbird
Aethopyga duyvenbodei compared with Cinnyris neergaardi
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Elegant Sunbird | Neergaard's Sunbird |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Aethopyga duyvenbodei | Cinnyris neergaardi |
| Order | Passeriformes | Passeriformes |
| Family | Nectariniidae | Nectariniidae |
| Conservation Status | Endangered | Near Threatened |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 10.6 cm (4.2 in) | 10.2 cm (4.0 in) |
| Weight | 6.0 g (0.21 oz) | 6.199999999999999 g (0.22 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | -- | 2 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Endangered
Elegant Sunbird
Near Threatened
Neergaard's Sunbird
About These Birds
Elegant Sunbird
The Elegant Sunbird (<em>Aethopyga duyvenbodei</em>) is a small nectarivorous bird in the family Nectariniidae (Sunbirds). It is restricted to forest habitats on Sangihe Island in Indonesia, one of the most threatened avian habitats in the world. Detailed plumage and behavioral descriptions of this species are limited in the available literature. No nesting type, clutch size, song, or diet data are available in the current records. The Elegant Sunbird is assessed as Endangered by the IUCN, reflecting its highly restricted range …