Violet-tailed Sunbird
Anthreptes aurantius
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The violet-tailed sunbird is a species of bird in the family Nectariniidae. It is found near water in forest, scrub and mangrove in the Central African countries of Angola, Cameroon, Central African Republic, Republic of the Congo, Democratic Republic of the Congo, and Gabon. It is part of the violet-backed sunbird superspecies.
The violet-tailed sunbird (Anthreptes aurantius) is a species of bird in the family Nectariniidae. It is found near water in forest, scrub and mangrove in the Central African countries of Angola, Cameroon, Central African Republic, Republic of the Congo, Democratic Republic of the Congo, and Gabon. It is part of the violet-backed sunbird superspecies.
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Taxonomy
- Order
- Passeriformes
- Family
- Nectariniidae
- Genus
- Anthreptes
- Conservation status
- Least concern
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6 illustrations of Anthreptes aurantius (Violet-tailed Sunbird) in different styles, true to its real plumage. Shown watermarked; the art pack includes the high-resolution originals, ready to print.
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Illustrations based on the photograph by John Gerrard Keulemans (Public domain), from Wikimedia Commons.
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Frequently asked questions
- Is Anthreptes aurantius (Violet-tailed Sunbird) endangered?
- The IUCN Red List places Anthreptes aurantius, commonly known as the Violet-tailed Sunbird, in the «Least concern» category. «Least concern» means it is not currently threatened.
- Where does Anthreptes aurantius (Violet-tailed Sunbird) live?
- Anthreptes aurantius (Violet-tailed Sunbird) is found in Africa.
- What family does Anthreptes aurantius (Violet-tailed Sunbird) belong to?
- Anthreptes aurantius (Violet-tailed Sunbird) belongs to the family Nectariniidae, in the order Passeriformes.
- What colour is Anthreptes aurantius (Violet-tailed Sunbird)?
- The plumage of Anthreptes aurantius (Violet-tailed Sunbird) combines these colours: Green and Violet.
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