About the Crimson Sunbird
The crimson sunbird is a species of bird in the sunbird family which feed largely on nectar. They may also take insects, especially when feeding their young. Flight is fast and direct on their short wings. Most species can take nectar by hovering like a hummingbird, but usually perch to feed. It is the unofficial national bird of Singapore, as declared by the Nature Society Singapore.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Sunbirds and Spiderhunters (Nectariniidae) |
| Species | Aethopyga siparaja |
| Species Codes | eacsun1, CRSU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Crimson Sunbird belong to?
The Crimson Sunbird (Aethopyga siparaja) belongs to the Sunbirds and Spiderhunters family (Nectariniidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Crimson Sunbird?
The crimson sunbird is a species of bird in the sunbird family which feed largely on nectar. They may also take insects, especially when feeding their young. Flight is fast and direct on their short wings. Most species can take nectar by hovering like a hummingbird, but usually perch to feed. It is ...
Where can I report a Crimson Sunbird sighting?
You can log sightings of Crimson Sunbird on eBird (ebird.org) using species code eacsun1, or on iNaturalist.
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