Moreau's Sunbird

Moreau's Sunbird

Cinnyris moreaui

Least Concern

Aves · Passeriformes · Nectariniidae

About

Moreau's sunbird is a species of bird in the family Nectariniidae. It is endemic to Kilolo District of Morogoro Region in Tanzania where its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical moist montane forests. It is threatened by habitat loss and the International Union for Conservation of Nature has assessed it as being "near-threatened".

Fun Fact

Its altitudinal range is between 1,350 and 1,800 m (4,429 and 5,906 ft) in most parts of its range, but it occurs up to 2,500 m (8,202 ft) in the Udzungwa Mountains in the Eastern Arc Mountains.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Occurs up to 2,500 m (8,202 ft) in the Udzungwa Mountains in the Eastern Arc Mountains.

Diet

Feeds on nectar and probably insects.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

  • Habitat Change
  • Human Disturbance