Abyssinian Scimitarbill
Rhinopomastus minor
Conservation Status
Least ConcernAves · Bucerotiformes · Phoeniculidae
About
The Abyssinian scimitarbill is a species of bird in the family Phoeniculidae. The term Abyssinia, is an old name for the region of Ethiopia, and scimitar refers to a curved sword, which its bill resembles. It is found in Djibouti, Ethiopia, Kenya, Somalia, South Sudan, Tanzania, and Uganda. The bird is non migratory, diurnal, and terrestrial. Their nests are sometimes parasitized by the greater honeyguide which are favored by some because they can guide to beehives.
Fun Fact
The bird is the smallest in the group of Scimitarbills which contains three other species.
Quick Facts
Habitat
To be updated
Diet
Eats mostly live insects such as bees, beetles, larvae, caterpillars, ants, flies and wasps.
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Human Disturbance