Bouvier's Sunbird

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Bouvier's Sunbird is a stunning central African species, with males featuring a unique combination of iridescent blue-green, a broad orange breast band, and a purplish belly. It inhabits open woodlands.

Where to spot

Found in central Africa, including parts of Democratic Republic of Congo, Angola, Zambia, and Tanzania, inhabiting savannas and open woodlands, especially miombo.

How to spot

Search for it in flowering trees and shrubs in woodland habitats. Its vibrant plumage, particularly the orange breast, makes it quite conspicuous. Listen for its calls.

When to spot

Year-round resident. Best observed during morning and late afternoon when active foraging takes place. Look for it when trees like Brachystegia are in flower.

Where to spot

Found in central Africa, including parts of Democratic Republic of Congo, Angola, Zambia, and Tanzania, inhabiting savannas and open woodlands, especially miombo.

How to spot

Search for it in flowering trees and shrubs in woodland habitats. Its vibrant plumage, particularly the orange breast, makes it quite conspicuous. Listen for its calls.

When to spot

Year-round resident. Best observed during morning and late afternoon when active foraging takes place. Look for it when trees like Brachystegia are in flower.

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The broad orange breast band and purplish belly combination on the male is quite distinctive, allowing for easy identification among other sunbird species in its range.

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