Plain Sunbird
Anthreptes simplex
The Plain Sunbird (Anthreptes simplex) is a rare spiderhunters and sunbird found in 4 countries, weighing about 9 g. The plain sunbird is a species of bird in the family Nectariniidae.
About the Plain Sunbird
The plain sunbird is a species of bird in the family Nectariniidae. It is found in Brunei, Indonesia, Malaysia, Myanmar, Singapore, and Thailand. Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests and subtropical or tropical mangrove forests.
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Where it lives
When to see it
Best months: February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, with peak activity in July. It is a variable species across most of its range.
Easily confused with
Quick questions
- What does a Plain Sunbird look like?
- The plain sunbird is a species of bird in the family Nectariniidae.
- How big is a Plain Sunbird?
- The Plain Sunbird is a tiny sized bird weighing about 9 g.
- Where can you see a Plain Sunbird?
- The Plain Sunbird occurs in 4 countries, including Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia and Brunei.
- What birds look similar to a Plain Sunbird?
- The Plain Sunbird is most easily confused with the Eastern Violet-backed Sunbird, the Yellow-chinned Sunbird and the Little Green Sunbird.
- Is the Plain Sunbird endangered?
- The Plain Sunbird is listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
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