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File:Collared Sunbird (Hedydipna collaris), male bathing with dew on large leaves.jpg

Collared Sunbird

Collared Sunbird

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A very small and active sunbird, male Collared Sunbirds have iridescent green upperparts and a bright yellow belly separated by a narrow black band on the breast. Females are duller.
Where to spot
Widespread across Sub-Saharan Africa, inhabiting forests, woodlands, savannas, gardens, and cultivated areas.
How to spot
Look for it visiting flowering trees and shrubs, often hovering like a hummingbird. The male's black collar and bright yellow belly are distinct. Listen for its high-pitched, rapid 'tsip-tsip' calls.
When to spot
Active year-round, common throughout the day, especially when flowers are abundant.
File:Collared Sunbird (Hedydipna collaris), male bathing with dew on large leaves.jpg
File:Collared Sunbird (Hedydipna collaris), male fighting its reflection in a chrome-plated door handle.jpg
File:Collared Sunbird (Hedydipna collaris), male fighting its reflection in a chrome-plated door handle ... - 54154159197.jpg
File:Collared Sunbird (Hedydipna collaris), male fighting its reflection in a chrome-plated door handle ... - 54467964614.jpg
File:Collared Sunbird (Hedydipna collaris), male watching its reflection in a chrome-plated door handle.jpg
File:Collared Sunbird (Hedydipna collaris) (32711751208).jpg
File:Collared sunbird (Hedydipna collaris) female.jpg
File:Collared sunbird (Hedydipna collaris) male.jpg
File:Hedydipna collaris ssp. collaris.jpg
File:Collared Sunbird (Hedydipna collaris), male bathing with dew on large leaves.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Collared Sunbird (Hedydipna collaris), male fighting its reflection in a chrome-plated door handle.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Collared Sunbird (Hedydipna collaris), male fighting its reflection in a chrome-plated door handle ... - 54154159197.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Collared Sunbird (Hedydipna collaris), male fighting its reflection in a chrome-plated door handle ... - 54467964614.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Collared Sunbird (Hedydipna collaris), male watching its reflection in a chrome-plated door handle.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Collared Sunbird (Hedydipna collaris) (32711751208).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Collared sunbird (Hedydipna collaris) female.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Collared sunbird (Hedydipna collaris) male.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Hedydipna collaris ssp. collaris.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
The Collared Sunbird often builds elaborate hanging nests, typically camouflaged with lichen and spiderwebs, suspended from thin branches for protection.
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