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The crimson sunbird (Aethopyga siparaja) is a member of the sunbird family. It is a resident breeder in tropical Asia. They are found in Southern Asia, Western Ghats of India, Nepal, Bangladesh, Myanmar, Malay Peninsula, Indonesia, Brunei Darussalam.
It is the national bird of the Republic of Singapore. Females have olive-green back yellowish breasts and males are crimson red in color. They have short wings.
Most species are adapted to have short wings. The young flight is fast in this species. They are Asiatic nectar-feeding birds with beautiful features and unique adaptations.
Even though most sunbirds can take nectar by hovering like a hummingbird, crimson sunbirds usually perch while taking nectar. Here are some of the most interesting facts about the crimson sunbird (Aethopyga siparaja). Afterward, do check our other articles on the albatross facts and tawny owl facts as well.
Crimson Sunbird Interesting Facts
What type of animal is a crimson sunbird?
The crimson sunbird (Aethopyga siparaja) is a nectar-feeding bird from the family of sunbirds like the vigors' sunbird (A. vigorsii).
What class of animal does a crimson sunbird belong to?
The crimson sunbird (Aethopyga siparaja) belongs to the bird class of animals. This sunbird is a resident breeder in tropical Asia.
How many crimson sunbirds are there in the world?
The total population size of the crimson sunbird (Aethopyga siparaja) in the world is unquantified. But their world population is steady and no conservation is required in any part of the world for this bird from the family of sunbirds.
Where does a crimson sunbird live?
The nectar-feeding crimson sunbird (Aethopyga siparaja) lives in the woods of Asia. This sunbird is a resident breeder in tropical Asia.
What is a crimson sunbird's habitat?
The crimson sunbird (Aethopyga siparaja) habitat consists of cultivated areas. They build purse-shaped nests on branches of the trees. The nests are built by the female birds. This sunbird is found in a wide range of habitats. They sometimes even settle near human settlements.
Who do crimson sunbirds live with?
The crimson sunbird (Aethopyga siparaja) lives with birds of their own species.
How long does a crimson sunbird live?
This sunbird (Aethopyga siparaja) is a long-living bird. It has a lifespan of 16 - 22 years.
How do they reproduce?
Very little knowledge is available about reproduction in the Aethopyga siparaja (crimson sunbirds). Females lay their eggs in the nests which are suspended on the branches of the trees.
What is their conservation status?
The conservation status of the crimson sunbird (Aethopyga siparaja) is that of Least Concern at present.
Crimson Sunbird Fun Facts
What do crimson sunbirds look like?
Crimson sunbirds (Aethopyga siparaja) have an olive-green plumage. This species shows sexual diphormism. Males have a maroon redback, bluish-green tail with white tips to the outer tail feathers. Their breasts are crimson red in color. They have a rump that is yellow-colored.
They have short wings. Female crimsons, on the other hand, have olive-green back yellowish breasts. The tips to the outer tail feathers are white. These white tips are a distinct characteristic of females. These birds have long and down-curved bills and brush-tipped tubular tongues.
How cute are they?
Crimson sunbirds (Aethopyga siparaja) are cute birds. They are small and beautiful. Males are more colorful than females. They are a really cute species.
How do they communicate?
Crimson sunbirds use their calls for communication. They have very high and squeaky vocals. They have a chee-cheewee call which they use most often to communicate within their species.
How big is a crimson sunbird?
A crimson sunbird (Aethopyga siparaja) is a small-sized bird. Its length lies in the range 3.9-5.9 in (9.9-14.9 cm). Crimson sunbirds are 10 times bigger than a caterpillar.
How fast can a crimson sunbird fly?
A crimson sunbird (Aethopyga siparaja) is a very fast bird. It can hover in a single spot. Its speed range has not been determined.
How much does a crimson sunbird weigh?
A crimson sunbird (Aethopyga siparaja) is a small species of bird. Males weigh in the range of 0.16-0.31 oz (4.5-8.7 g) and females in the range of 0.17-0.24 oz (4.8-6.8 g).
What are the male and female names of the species?
Males of the crimson sunbird (Aethopyga siparaja) species are called cocks and females of the crimson sunbird species are called hens. Males have a bluish-green tail with white tips to the outer tail feathers.
What would you call a baby crimson sunbird?
A baby crimson sunbird is called a chick.
What do they eat?
Crimson sunbirds are omnivorous species of birds. They feed on nectar from flowers and they prey on insects. This species can take nectar by hovering like hummingbirds.
The young ones eat insects. The young cannot eat on their own hence the parents feed the young ones. In captivity, you need to provide them with mealworms, crickets, and other small bugs as well.
Are they dangerous?
Crimson sunbirds do no harm to humans. They help in the pollination of flowers. They are anything but dangerous to humans.
Would they make a good pet?
Crimson sunbirds are wild birds. They cannot be domesticated. Also, their food requirements are hard to adapt to. Hence, crimson sunbirds would not make a good pet.
Did you know...
Crimson sunbirds are called Souimanga siparaja in French.
How has the sunbird adapted?
Crimson sunbirds are nectar-eating birds. In order to have easy access to the nectar, this species has adapted and evolved to have a long and down-curved bill. They have also adapted to grow a brush-tipped tubular tongue for the same reason. The down-curved bills and brush-tipped tubular tongues are adaptations of these nectar-eating species of birds.
What is Singapore's national bird?
The national bird of the Republic of Singapore is the crimson sunbird.
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Crimson Sunbird Facts
What Did They Prey On?
InsectsWhat Type of Animal were they?
OmnivoresAverage Litter Size?
Two to three eggsHow Much Did They Weigh?
Males: 0.16-0.31 oz (4.5-8.7 g) Females: 0.17-0.24 oz (4.8-6.8 g)What habitat Do they Live In?
cultivated areasWhere Do They Live?
southern asia (western ghats of india, nepal, malay peninsula, and bangladesh)How Long Were They?
3.9-5.9 in (9.9-14.9 cm)How Tall Were They?
N/AClass
AvesGenus
AethopygaFamily
NectariniidaeScientific Name
Aethopyga siparajaWhat Do They Look Like?
Olive green and crimson color, colorful tail feathersSkin Type
FeathersWhat Are Their Main Threats?
habitat loss, climate changeWhat is their Conservation Status?
Least Concern
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