Western Violet-backed Sunbird
Anthreptes longuemarei
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The western violet-backed sunbird or Longuemare's sunbird is a species of bird in the family Nectariniidae. It is the most widely ranging species in the violet-backed sunbird superspecies, ranging throughout a large part of tropical mainland sub-Saharan Africa not inhabited by other members of the superspecies. It is mainly found in regions with mesic woodland.
The western violet-backed sunbird or Longuemare's sunbird (Anthreptes longuemarei) is a species of bird in the family Nectariniidae. It is the most widely ranging species in the violet-backed sunbird superspecies, ranging throughout a large part of tropical mainland sub-Saharan Africa not inhabited by other members of the superspecies. It is mainly found in regions with mesic woodland.
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Taxonomy
- Order
- Passeriformes
- Family
- Nectariniidae
- Genus
- Anthreptes
- Conservation status
- Least concern
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6 illustrations of Anthreptes longuemarei (Western Violet-backed 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 René Lesson (Public domain), from Wikimedia Commons.
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Frequently asked questions
- Is Anthreptes longuemarei (Western Violet-backed Sunbird) endangered?
- The IUCN Red List places Anthreptes longuemarei, commonly known as the Western Violet-backed Sunbird, in the «Least concern» category. «Least concern» means it is not currently threatened.
- Where does Anthreptes longuemarei (Western Violet-backed Sunbird) live?
- Anthreptes longuemarei (Western Violet-backed Sunbird) is found in Africa.
- What family does Anthreptes longuemarei (Western Violet-backed Sunbird) belong to?
- Anthreptes longuemarei (Western Violet-backed Sunbird) belongs to the family Nectariniidae, in the order Passeriformes.
- What colour is Anthreptes longuemarei (Western Violet-backed Sunbird)?
- The plumage of Anthreptes longuemarei (Western Violet-backed Sunbird) combines these colours: Green and Violet.
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