Dusky Sunbird
Cinnyris fuscus
The Dusky Sunbird (Cinnyris fuscus) is a uncommon spiderhunters and sunbird found in 4 countries, weighing about 8 g. The dusky sunbird is a species of bird in the family Nectariniidae.
About the Dusky Sunbird
The dusky sunbird is a species of bird in the family Nectariniidae. This relatively dull sunbird is found in arid savanna, thickets and shrubland in Angola, Botswana, Namibia, and South Africa.
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Where it lives
When to see it
The Dusky Sunbird can be seen all year round, with peak activity in September. It is a resident species across most of its range.
Easily confused with
Quick questions
- What does a Dusky Sunbird look like?
- The dusky sunbird is a species of bird in the family Nectariniidae.
- How big is a Dusky Sunbird?
- The Dusky Sunbird is a tiny sized bird weighing about 8 g.
- Where can you see a Dusky Sunbird?
- The Dusky Sunbird occurs in 4 countries, including South Africa, Namibia, Angola and Botswana.
- What birds look similar to a Dusky Sunbird?
- The Dusky Sunbird is most easily confused with the Purple-banded Sunbird, the Garden Sunbird and the Garden Sunbird.
- Is the Dusky Sunbird endangered?
- The Dusky Sunbird is listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
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