Amani Sunbird

Amani Sunbird

Hedydipna pallidigaster

Endangered

Aves · Passeriformes · Nectariniidae

About

The Amani sunbird is a species of bird in the family Nectariniidae. It is found in Kenya and Tanzania. Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests and subtropical or tropical moist montane forests. The male Amani sunbird has a white and dark-green feathered body while the female Amani sunbird has a yellow and grey plumage. Breeding season takes place from May to June and from September to December. The regular diet of the Amani sunbird consists of spiders, caterpillars and other flying insects. It is threatened by habitat loss.

Fun Fact

Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests and subtropical or tropical moist montane forests.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Found in open woodlands, low density forests, and the Usambara and Udzungwa mountains.

Diet

Diet of the Amani sunbird consists of spiders, caterpillars and other flying insects.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

  • Habitat Loss
  • Poaching and Hunting
  • Human-Wildlife Conflict
  • Disease