About the Uluguru Violet-backed Sunbird
The Uluguru violet-backed sunbird is a species of bird in the family Nectariniidae. The bird is small with a short bill. The male is an iridescent upper body while the female has a brown upperbody. Both have pale-gray underbodies. It is found in forests in eastern Kenya, eastern Tanzania and north-eastern Mozambique. It is part of the violet-backed sunbird superspecies.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Sunbirds and Spiderhunters (Nectariniidae) |
| Species | Anthreptes neglectus |
| Species Codes | uvbsun1, UVBS |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Uluguru Violet-backed Sunbird belong to?
The Uluguru Violet-backed Sunbird (Anthreptes neglectus) belongs to the Sunbirds and Spiderhunters family (Nectariniidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Uluguru Violet-backed Sunbird?
The Uluguru violet-backed sunbird is a species of bird in the family Nectariniidae. The bird is small with a short bill. The male is an iridescent upper body while the female has a brown upperbody. Both have pale-gray underbodies. It is found in forests in eastern Kenya, eastern Tanzania and north-e...
Where can I report a Uluguru Violet-backed Sunbird sighting?
You can log sightings of Uluguru Violet-backed Sunbird on eBird (ebird.org) using species code uvbsun1, or on iNaturalist.
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