About the Western Violet-backed Sunbird
The western violet-backed sunbird or Longuemare's sunbird is a species of bird in the family Nectariniidae. It is the most widely ranging species in the violet-backed sunbird superspecies, ranging throughout a large part of tropical mainland sub-Saharan Africa not inhabited by other members of the superspecies. It is mainly found in regions with mesic woodland.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Sunbirds and Spiderhunters (Nectariniidae) |
| Species | Anthreptes longuemarei |
| Species Codes | wvbsun1, WVBS |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Western Violet-backed Sunbird belong to?
The Western Violet-backed Sunbird (Anthreptes longuemarei) belongs to the Sunbirds and Spiderhunters family (Nectariniidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Western Violet-backed Sunbird?
The western violet-backed sunbird or Longuemare's sunbird is a species of bird in the family Nectariniidae. It is the most widely ranging species in the violet-backed sunbird superspecies, ranging throughout a large part of tropical mainland sub-Saharan Africa not inhabited by other members of the s...
Where can I report a Western Violet-backed Sunbird sighting?
You can log sightings of Western Violet-backed Sunbird on eBird (ebird.org) using species code wvbsun1, or on iNaturalist.
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