Gray-throated Sunbird

Gray-throated Sunbird

Anthreptes griseigularis

Least Concern

Aves · Passeriformes · Nectariniidae

About

The grey-throated sunbird is a species of bird in the family Nectariniidae. It is found in a wide range of semi-open wooded habitats in the northern and eastern part of the Philippines. It is often considered a subspecies of the brown-throated sunbird, but the two differ consistently in measurements and plumage, and there is no evidence of intergradation between them.

Fun Fact

No breeding information but believed to be similar to Brown-throated sunbird Its natural habitats are tropical moist lowland forest, mangrove forest, second growth and plantations up to 610 meters above sea level.

Quick Facts

Habitat

To be updated

Diet

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

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

  • Habitat Change
  • Human Disturbance