Iconic Birds
Least Concern
Quick Facts
Mass0.0075 kg
Facts sourced from Wikidata (CC0).
The plain-backed sunbird, also known as blue-throated sunbird is a sunbird. The sunbirds are a group of very small Old World passerine birds which feed largely on nectar, although they will also take insects, especially when feeding 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 most of the time.
Description adapted from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Where to Find
Top parks for Plain-backed Sunbird. Sightings recorded in 3 safari areas total.
● Common (500+ sightings)● Occasional (50-499)● Rare (<50)
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