Maroon-naped Sunbird
Aethopyga guimarasensis
The Maroon-naped Sunbird (Aethopyga guimarasensis) is a legendary spiderhunters and sunbird found only in the Philippines, weighing about 7 g. The maroon-naped sunbird is a species of bird in the family Nectariniidae.
About the Maroon-naped Sunbird
The maroon-naped sunbird is a species of bird in the family Nectariniidae. It is endemic to the Philippines found on the islands of Negros Island, Panay and Guimaras. Its natural habitat is tropical moist lowland forests.
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Where it lives
When to see it
Best months: January, February, March, April, May, August, September, October, November, December, with peak activity in April. It is a variable species across most of its range.
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Quick questions
- What does a Maroon-naped Sunbird look like?
- The maroon-naped sunbird is a species of bird in the family Nectariniidae.
- How big is a Maroon-naped Sunbird?
- The Maroon-naped Sunbird is a tiny sized bird weighing about 7 g.
- Where can you see a Maroon-naped Sunbird?
- The Maroon-naped Sunbird is endemic to the Philippines, which is the only country where it occurs.
- What birds look similar to a Maroon-naped Sunbird?
- The Maroon-naped Sunbird is most easily confused with the Javan Sunbird, the Lina's Sunbird and the Apo Sunbird.
- Is the Maroon-naped Sunbird endangered?
- The Maroon-naped Sunbird is listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
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