sunbirds

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:bird
gptkbp:adaptations specialized for nectar feeding
gptkbp:aircraft_operated rapid wing beats during flight
gptkbp:behavior often found in pairs or small groups
gptkbp:biodiversity over 150 species identified.
gptkbp:breeding_season varies by region
gptkbp:clutch_size typically 2 to 3 eggs
gptkbp:color iridescent plumage
gptkbp:coloration sexual dimorphism present
long and slender beak
gptkbp:conservation_efforts habitat protection initiatives
gptkbp:conservation_status varies by species
gptkbp:cultural_significance symbol of beauty in some cultures
gptkbp:diet gptkb:nectar
gptkbp:distribution Africa, Asia, and the Pacific Islands
gptkbp:ecological_role important for plant reproduction
gptkbp:egg_color white or pale blue
gptkbp:family gptkb:Nectariniidae
gptkbp:fledging_period 2 to 3 weeks
gptkbp:flight_style strong fliers
gptkbp:foraging_behavior hovering while feeding
feed on nectar and insects
nectar robbing observed in some species
gptkbp:habitat tropical and subtropical regions
gptkbp:habitat_preference prefer flowering plants
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label sunbirds
gptkbp:incubation_period 10 to 14 days
gptkbp:migration some species are migratory
gptkbp:mimicry some species exhibit mimicry behavior
gptkbp:nest_location often in shrubs or trees
gptkbp:nest_material plant fibers and spider silk
gptkbp:nesting build cup-shaped nests
gptkbp:notable_species gptkb:Purple_Sunbird
gptkb:Fork-tailed_Sunbird
gptkb:Crimson_Sunbird
gptkb:Yellow-bellied_Sunbird
gptkb:Olive-backed_Sunbird
gptkbp:order gptkb:Passeriformes
gptkbp:pollinators important pollinators of flowers
gptkbp:predators snakes, birds of prey
monitor lizards and snakes
gptkbp:reproduction oviparous
gptkbp:research_interest studied for their role in ecosystems
gptkbp:size small to medium
gptkbp:social_behavior engage in courtship displays
gptkbp:social_structure territorial during breeding season
gptkbp:symbiotic_relationships interact with various plant species
gptkbp:tail_type forked tail
gptkbp:territorial_behavior defend feeding territories
gptkbp:threats climate change
pollution
habitat loss
gptkbp:vision excellent color vision
gptkbp:vocalization melodious songs
use calls to communicate
gptkbp:wing_configuration long and pointed wings
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Figaro
gptkbp:bfsLayer 5