About the Crimson-backed Sunbird
The crimson-backed sunbird or small sunbird is a sunbird endemic to the Western Ghats of India. Like other sunbirds, they feed mainly on nectar although they take insects, especially to feed their young. They are tiny birds that are resident and are found in forests but are particularly attracted to gardens at the edge of the forest where people grow suitable flower-bearing plants. They usually perch while taking nectar.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Sunbirds and Spiderhunters (Nectariniidae) |
| Species | Leptocoma minima |
| Species Codes | crbsun2, CBSU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Crimson-backed Sunbird belong to?
The Crimson-backed Sunbird (Leptocoma minima) belongs to the Sunbirds and Spiderhunters family (Nectariniidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Crimson-backed Sunbird?
The crimson-backed sunbird or small sunbird is a sunbird endemic to the Western Ghats of India. Like other sunbirds, they feed mainly on nectar although they take insects, especially to feed their young. They are tiny birds that are resident and are found in forests but are particularly attracted to...
Where can I report a Crimson-backed Sunbird sighting?
You can log sightings of Crimson-backed Sunbird on eBird (ebird.org) using species code crbsun2, or on iNaturalist.
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