Lovely Sunbird

Aethopyga shelleyi

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Aves · Passeriformes · Nectariniidae

About

The lovely sunbird is a bird species in the family Nectariniidae. It is endemic to the Philippines. Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests and tropical moist montane forests.

Fun Fact

Its natural habitats are tropical moist lowland forest, montane forest , second growth and plantations up to 2,000 meters above sea level.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Occurs in just one protected area in Puerto Princesa Subterranean River National Park.

Diet

Diet of small fruits, insects, nectar especially from mistletoes.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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