Uluguru Violet-backed Sunbird

The Uluguru Violet-backed Sunbird is classified as Least Concern. Does not qualify for a more at risk category. Widespread and abundant taxa are included in this category.

The Uluguru Violet-backed Sunbird (Anthreptes neglectus) is a species of bird in the Nectariniidae family. It is found in forests in eastern Kenya, eastern Tanzania (including the Uluguru Mountains, the basis for its common name) and north-eastern Mozambique. It is part of the violet-backed sunbird superspecies. References - * BirdLife International 2004. Anthreptes neglectus. 2006 IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. Downloaded on 25 July 2007. More

and Uluguru Violet-backed Sunbird Anthreptes neglectus were recorded only in the lowland forest Kimboza. The six other forest bird species of restricted range (total breeding range less than 50,000 km²): These species all have significant populations in the Ulugurus, almost exclusively in the Uluguru South and North F.R.s. More

species in its own right, and Uluguru Violet-backed Sunbird, which is often in the garden where you will be staying, you would be fortunate to see Dappled Mountain Robin. Dinner and overnight at Amani Day 10: West Usambara After breakfast, descend briefly into the dry lowlands, this time to the cool of the West Usambaras for a three-day stay. Look out for White-necked Ravens along the roadside and radiant Lilac-breasted Rollers. More