About the Red-chested Sunbird
The red-chested sunbird is a species of bird in the family Nectariniidae. It is found in Burundi, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Ethiopia, Kenya, Rwanda, South Sudan, Tanzania, and Uganda.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Sunbirds and Spiderhunters (Nectariniidae) |
| Species | Cinnyris erythrocercus |
| Species Codes | recsun2, RCSU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Red-chested Sunbird belong to?
The Red-chested Sunbird (Cinnyris erythrocercus) belongs to the Sunbirds and Spiderhunters family (Nectariniidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Red-chested Sunbird?
The red-chested sunbird is a species of bird in the family Nectariniidae. It is found in Burundi, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Ethiopia, Kenya, Rwanda, South Sudan, Tanzania, and Uganda....
Where can I report a Red-chested Sunbird sighting?
You can log sightings of Red-chested Sunbird on eBird (ebird.org) using species code recsun2, or on iNaturalist.
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More Birds in Order Passeriformes
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Quick Stats
Passeriformes
Order
151
Species in Family
489
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