Amethyst Sunbird
Amethyst Sunbird
100
1 week ago
door
Henk Spuijbroek
Points:
100
A striking sunbird, male Amethyst Sunbirds are largely glossy black with iridescent violet-blue crown, throat, and shoulder patches. Females are greyish-brown with streaked underparts. It has a curved bill.
Where to spot
Widespread across Sub-Saharan Africa, inhabiting woodlands, savannas, gardens, and parks.
How to spot
Look for it visiting flowering plants and feeders. The male's iridescent plumage is dazzling in sunlight. Listen for its high-pitched, often repeated 'chip-chip-chip' calls.
When to spot
Active year-round, throughout the day, especially during flowering seasons.
Where to spot
Widespread across Sub-Saharan Africa, inhabiting woodlands, savannas, gardens, and parks.
How to spot
Look for it visiting flowering plants and feeders. The male's iridescent plumage is dazzling in sunlight. Listen for its high-pitched, often repeated 'chip-chip-chip' calls.
When to spot
Active year-round, throughout the day, especially during flowering seasons.
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The Amethyst Sunbird is a common garden visitor in many parts of its range, readily adapting to human-modified landscapes where flowering plants are available for nectar.
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- Recently spotted
- 1 (Seen in the last 3 months)
- Last spotted
- 1 week ago door Henk Spuijbroek
Monthly observations
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