About the Eastern Violet-backed Sunbird
The eastern violet-backed sunbird, also known as the Kenya violet-backed sunbird, is a species of bird in the family Nectariniidae. It is found in arid savanna of East Africa, ranging from Djibouti in north to Tanzania in south. It is part of the violet-backed sunbird superspecies.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Sunbirds and Spiderhunters (Nectariniidae) |
| Species | Anthreptes orientalis |
| Species Codes | kvbsun1, EVBS |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Eastern Violet-backed Sunbird belong to?
The Eastern Violet-backed Sunbird (Anthreptes orientalis) belongs to the Sunbirds and Spiderhunters family (Nectariniidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Eastern Violet-backed Sunbird?
The eastern violet-backed sunbird, also known as the Kenya violet-backed sunbird, is a species of bird in the family Nectariniidae. It is found in arid savanna of East Africa, ranging from Djibouti in north to Tanzania in south. It is part of the violet-backed sunbird superspecies....
Where can I report a Eastern Violet-backed Sunbird sighting?
You can log sightings of Eastern Violet-backed Sunbird on eBird (ebird.org) using species code kvbsun1, or on iNaturalist.
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