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Violet-tailed Sunbird
Anthreptes aurantius
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Least Concern
Envergure
12,8 cm
Poids
12,5 g
Famille
Nectariniidae
Ordre
Passeriformes
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergure | 12,8 cm | 5.0 in |
| Poids | 12,5 g | 0.44 oz |
Habitat & Range
Statut de conservation
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Comportement et reproduction
Nidification
Nest type: PN.
Taille de la couvée
1-2
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordre | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Famille | Nectariniidae (Sunbirds) |
| Genus | Anthreptes |
| Espèces | Anthreptes aurantius |
Distribution
Violet-tailed Sunbird has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Présent
Not recorded
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Foire aux questions
Is the Violet-tailed Sunbird endangered?
The Violet-tailed Sunbird has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Violet-tailed Sunbird nest?
Nest type: PN.
How big is the Violet-tailed Sunbird?
The Violet-tailed Sunbird has a wingspan of 12.8 cm, weight of 12.5 g.
What order and family does the Violet-tailed Sunbird belong to?
The Violet-tailed Sunbird (Anthreptes aurantius) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Nectariniidae.
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