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Overall the family has fared better than many others, with only seven species considered to be threatened with extinction.

Most species are fairly resistant to changes in habitat, and while attractive the family is not sought after by the cagebird trade, as they have what is considered an unpleasant song and are tricky to keep alive.

Sunbirds are considered attractive birds and readily enter gardens where flowering plants are planted to attract them.

There are a few negative interactions, for example the Scarlet-chested Sunbird is considered a pest in cocoa plantations as it spreads parasitic mistletoes.