A small, active sunbird, the Cameroon Sunbird has dull olive-green upperparts and pale yellow underparts. Males often have a faint blue wash on the throat. It has a moderately curved bill.
Where to spot
Endemic to Cameroon and Bioko Island, inhabiting montane forests and forest edges.
How to spot
Look for it in the mid-story and canopy of montane forests. Its relatively plain plumage requires attention to subtle features and its calls for identification.
When to spot
Active year-round, with peak foraging in the morning and late afternoon.
Where to spot
Endemic to Cameroon and Bioko Island, inhabiting montane forests and forest edges.
How to spot
Look for it in the mid-story and canopy of montane forests. Its relatively plain plumage requires attention to subtle features and its calls for identification.
When to spot
Active year-round, with peak foraging in the morning and late afternoon.
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
The Cameroon Sunbird is a localized endemic to the Cameroon Mountain area, a region known for its high levels of avian endemism due to its isolated volcanic origins.
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