About the Rufous-winged Sunbird
The rufous-winged sunbird is a species of bird in the family Nectariniidae. It is endemic to Tanzania.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Sunbirds and Spiderhunters (Nectariniidae) |
| Species | Cinnyris rufipennis |
| Species Codes | ruwsun2, RWSU |
| Conservation | VU Vulnerable |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Rufous-winged Sunbird belong to?
The Rufous-winged Sunbird (Cinnyris rufipennis) belongs to the Sunbirds and Spiderhunters family (Nectariniidae), in the order Passeriformes.
What is the conservation status of the Rufous-winged Sunbird?
The Rufous-winged Sunbird is classified as "Vulnerable" (VU) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Rufous-winged Sunbird?
The rufous-winged sunbird is a species of bird in the family Nectariniidae. It is endemic to Tanzania....
Where can I report a Rufous-winged Sunbird sighting?
You can log sightings of Rufous-winged Sunbird on eBird (ebird.org) using species code ruwsun2, or on iNaturalist.
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More Birds in Order Passeriformes
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Quick Stats
Passeriformes
Order
151
Species in Family
16
iNat Observations
VU
IUCN Status
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