Lina's Sunbird
A species of Red Sunbirds and Allies Scientific name : Aethopyga linaraborae Genus : Red Sunbirds and Allies
Lina's Sunbird, A species of Red Sunbirds and Allies
Botanical name: Aethopyga linaraborae
Genus: Red Sunbirds and Allies
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Description
Description
Lina's sunbird (Aethopyga linaraborae) is a species of bird in the family Nectariniidae. It is endemic to the island of Mindanao in the Philippines. Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical moist montane forest above 1000 m. It is threatened by habitat loss.
Size
10 cm
Feeding Habits
Lina's Sunbird forages alone or in pairs, occasionally joining mixed-species groups. Specific diet details are unspecified.
Habitat
The lina's Sunbird is typically found in montane forests, thriving in environments characterized by dense canopies and abundant undergrowth which provide ample foraging opportunities. These birds inhabit regions where such forests provide a habitat complexity that supports their dietary and nesting requirements. Their presence is associated with broader geographical zones featuring montane woodland ecosystems rather than specific locales.
Dite type
Nectivorous
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Birds Order
Perching birds Family
Sunbirds and spiderhunters Genus
Red Sunbirds and Allies Species
Lina's Sunbird