Lina's Sunbird
Aethopyga linaraborae
Near ThreatenedAves · Passeriformes · Nectariniidae
About
Lina's sunbird is a species of bird in the family Nectariniidae It is endemic to mountains in the island of Mindanao in the Philippines. It is one of the most striking sunbirds in the country with the male having an iridescent blue color and an orange spot on its yellow breast. It is named after Dioscoro S. Rabor's wife, Lina who would assist Dioscoro on expeditions. Its natural habitat is tropical moist montane forest above 1000m. It is threatened by habitat loss.
Fun Fact
It is one of the most striking sunbirds in the country with the male having an iridescent blue color and an orange spot on its yellow breast.
Quick Facts
Habitat
Occurs in rugged and inaccessible mountains, this has allowed a large portion of its habitat to remain intact.
Diet
Diet of primarily nectar and supplemented with the occasional insect.
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Hunting and Collection
- Climate Change