Splendid Sunbird
Cinnyris coccinigastrus
The Splendid Sunbird (Cinnyris coccinigastrus) is a rare spiderhunters and sunbird found in 18 countries, weighing about 14 g. The splendid sunbird is a sunbird.
About the Splendid Sunbird
The splendid sunbird is a sunbird. The sunbirds are a group of very small Old World passerine birds which feed largely on nectar, although they will also feed on insects, especially when feeding young.
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Where it lives
Recorded as a rare visitor in Angola.
When to see it
The Splendid Sunbird can be seen all year round, with peak activity in November. It is a resident species across most of its range.
Easily confused with
Quick questions
- What does a Splendid Sunbird look like?
- The splendid sunbird is a sunbird.
- How big is a Splendid Sunbird?
- The Splendid Sunbird is a tiny sized bird weighing about 14 g.
- Where can you see a Splendid Sunbird?
- The Splendid Sunbird occurs in 18 countries, including Nigeria, Ghana, the Gambia, Cameroon and Senegal.
- What birds look similar to a Splendid Sunbird?
- The Splendid Sunbird is most easily confused with the Red-chested Sunbird, the Northern Double-collared Sunbird and the Eastern Miombo Sunbird.
- Is the Splendid Sunbird endangered?
- The Splendid Sunbird is listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
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