Maroon-naped Sunbird
A species of Red Sunbirds and Allies Scientific name : Aethopyga guimarasensis Genus : Red Sunbirds and Allies
Maroon-naped Sunbird, A species of Red Sunbirds and Allies
Botanical name: Aethopyga guimarasensis
Genus: Red Sunbirds and Allies
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Description
Description
The maroon-naped sunbird (Aethopyga guimarasensis) is a species of bird in the family Nectariniidae. It is endemic to the Philippines (Negros Island, Panay and Guimaras). Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests.
Feeding Habits
Maroon-naped Sunbird's diet includes nectar, small arthropods, and likely some seeds. Maroon-naped Sunbird forages solo or in pairs, occasionally joining mixed-species flocks.
Habitat
Maroon-naped Sunbird typically dwells in forested environments which include primary forests, forest edges, as well as areas with regenerated secondary growth. These birds are accustomed to general environmental conditions that support dense vegetation and offer ample opportunities for foraging on nectar.
Dite type
Nectivorous
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Birds Order
Perching birds Family
Sunbirds and spiderhunters Genus
Red Sunbirds and Allies Species
Maroon-naped Sunbird