Socotra Sunbird
Chalcomitra balfouri
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The Socotra sunbird is a species of bird in the family Nectariniidae. It is endemic to Socotra.
The Socotra sunbird (Chalcomitra balfouri) is a species of bird in the family Nectariniidae. It is endemic to Socotra.
Its natural habitats are tropical dry shrubland, tropical moist shrubland, and tropical high-altitude shrubland. It is threatened by habitat loss.
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Taxonomy
- Order
- Passeriformes
- Family
- Nectariniidae
- Genus
- Chalcomitra
- Conservation status
- Least concern
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Illustration gallery
6 illustrations of Chalcomitra balfouri (Socotra Sunbird) in different styles, true to its real plumage. Shown watermarked; the art pack includes the high-resolution originals, ready to print.
Watercolor 
Vintage plate 
Ink 
Oil 
Realistic 
Colored pencil
Illustrations based on the photograph by Joseph Smit (Public domain), from Wikimedia Commons.
Digital editions
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Frequently asked questions
- Is Chalcomitra balfouri (Socotra Sunbird) endangered?
- The IUCN Red List places Chalcomitra balfouri, commonly known as the Socotra Sunbird, in the «Least concern» category. «Least concern» means it is not currently threatened.
- Where does Chalcomitra balfouri (Socotra Sunbird) live?
- Chalcomitra balfouri (Socotra Sunbird) is found in Africa.
- What family does Chalcomitra balfouri (Socotra Sunbird) belong to?
- Chalcomitra balfouri (Socotra Sunbird) belongs to the family Nectariniidae, in the order Passeriformes.
- What colour is Chalcomitra balfouri (Socotra Sunbird)?
- The plumage of Chalcomitra balfouri (Socotra Sunbird) combines these colours: Green.
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