
Flame-breasted Sunbird
A species of Double-collared Sunbirds and Allies Scientific name : Cinnyris solaris Genus : Double-collared Sunbirds and Allies
Flame-breasted Sunbird, A species of Double-collared Sunbirds and Allies
Botanical name: Cinnyris solaris
Genus: Double-collared Sunbirds and Allies
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Description

The flame-breasted sunbird (Cinnyris solaris) is a species of bird in the family Nectariniidae. It is found on Timor and other islands, primarily in the Indonesian province of Nusa Tenggara Timur. Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests.

Size
11 cm
Nest Placement
Tree
Feeding Habits
Flame-breasted Sunbird predominantly feeds on nectar, foraging alone, in pairs, or small groups. Specifically targets flowering Tamarindus trees, with a diet that may include insects, although such details are unspecified.
Habitat
The flame-breasted Sunbird primarily dwells in areas with secondary forests and forest edges, often venturing into adjacent woodlands, scrublands, and plantations. They are also found frequenting open savannas dominated by Eucalyptus alba, agricultural landscapes, and garden settings within broader tropical lowland regions.
Dite type
Nectivorous


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Scientific Classification

Phylum
Chordates Class
Birds Order
Perching birds Family
Sunbirds and spiderhunters Species
Flame-breasted Sunbird