Metallic-winged Sunbird vs Anchieta's Sunbird

Aethopyga pulcherrima в сравнении с Anthreptes anchietae

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Характеристика Metallic-winged Sunbird Anchieta's Sunbird
Научное название Aethopyga pulcherrima Anthreptes anchietae
Отряд Passeriformes Passeriformes
Семейство Nectariniidae Nectariniidae
Охранный статус Least Concern Least Concern
Длина
Размах крыльев 9,2 cm (3.6 in) 12,8 cm (5.0 in)
Масса 5,8999999999999995 g (0.21 oz) 8,0 g (0.28 oz)
Питание -- --
Размер кладки 3 1-2
Population Trend

Habitat Comparison

Общие среды обитания

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Metallic-winged Sunbird only

Anchieta's Sunbird only

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Охранный статус

Least Concern

Metallic-winged Sunbird

Least Concern

Anchieta's Sunbird

About These Birds

Metallic-winged Sunbird

The Metallic-winged Sunbird, <em>Aethopyga pulcherrima</em>, belongs to the family Nectariniidae, the sunbirds, and is associated with forest habitats throughout its range. Sunbirds in the genus Aethopyga are known for their iridescent plumage, particularly in males, which display metallic sheens on the wings and head used in mate attraction and territorial defense. Females in this group are typically drabber in coloration. This species lays clutches of 3 eggs per breeding attempt, which is typical for small passerines in this family. Detailed …

Anchieta's Sunbird

Anchieta's Sunbird is a small nectarivore with a 12.8 cm wingspan, weighing just 8 grams. It is found in woodland and forest habitats in central-southern Africa. Like other members of Nectariniidae, it feeds on nectar and small insects.

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