Amethyst Sunbird
Chalcomitra amethystina
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Least Concern
Envergure
13,0 cm
Poids
13,225 g
Famille
Nectariniidae
Ordre
Passeriformes
À propos
The Amethyst Sunbird is a small African nectarivore with a 13 cm wingspan, named for the male's striking iridescent amethyst-purple throat. It inhabits woodland edges and gardens across sub-Saharan Africa. Females are brownish with streaked underparts.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergure | 13,0 cm | 5.1 in |
| Poids | 13,225 g | 0.47 oz |
Habitat & Range
Statut de conservation
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Comportement et reproduction
Nidification
Nest type: PN. Incubation: 13-18 days. Fledging: 17 days.
Taille de la couvée
1-4
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordre | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Famille | Nectariniidae (Sunbirds) |
| Genus | Chalcomitra |
| Espèces | Chalcomitra amethystina |
Distribution
Amethyst Sunbird has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Présent
Not recorded
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Foire aux questions
Is the Amethyst Sunbird endangered?
The Amethyst Sunbird has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Amethyst Sunbird nest?
Nest type: PN. Incubation: 13-18 days. Fledging: 17 days.
How big is the Amethyst Sunbird?
The Amethyst Sunbird has a wingspan of 13.0 cm, weight of 13.225 g.
What order and family does the Amethyst Sunbird belong to?
The Amethyst Sunbird (Chalcomitra amethystina) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Nectariniidae.
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