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C IUCN · LC · Least Concern Passeriformes Nectariniidae

Plain-backed Sunbird

Anthreptes reichenowi

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Illustration · not to scale

Body Mass
7.3 g
Diet
Nectar
Migration
Resident

⚔️ Ecological Combat Rationale

ATK 44

Ecomorphologically adapted beak and agile strike momentum tailored to its foraging competition niche (ATK 44).

DEF 35

Lightweight agility and protective plumage camouflage favoring rapid evasive maneuverability over raw armor (DEF 35).

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How to identify

Detailed field marks are not yet available. Use the linked sources to confirm an identification.

Similar species

Species-specific comparison notes are not yet available. Related birds below are not necessarily lookalikes.

Calls & songs

A playable recording is not currently available for this species.

🌍 Range & Habitat

Distribution: Africa: Eastern & Southeastern Habitat: Forest & Woodland
2 · Subspecies & regional ranges
  • Anthreptes reichenowi yokanae

    se Kenya and e Tanzania

  • Anthreptes reichenowi reichenowi

    e Zimbabwe, s Mozambique and ne South Africa

IOC World Bird List 15.2 ↗

Frequently asked questions

What is its scientific name?

Anthreptes reichenowi

Which family does it belong to?

Sunbirds (Nectariniidae)

Where is it found?

Africa: Eastern & Southeastern

Sources & credits

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