Flores Sea Sunbird
Flores Sea Sunbird
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Teysmann's Sunbird is a colorful island endemic, with males featuring iridescent green, blue, and a prominent red breast band contrasting with a yellow belly. It is found in open forest and scrub.
Where to spot
Endemic to the island of Flores in Indonesia, inhabiting open woodlands, scrubland, and forest edges.
How to spot
Search for it in flowering trees and shrubs within its island habitat. Its vibrant colors are a good identification feature. Listen for its distinctive calls.
When to spot
Year-round resident. Best observed during early mornings and late afternoons when birds are actively foraging for nectar.
Where to spot
Endemic to the island of Flores in Indonesia, inhabiting open woodlands, scrubland, and forest edges.
How to spot
Search for it in flowering trees and shrubs within its island habitat. Its vibrant colors are a good identification feature. Listen for its distinctive calls.
When to spot
Year-round resident. Best observed during early mornings and late afternoons when birds are actively foraging for nectar.
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Named after Johannes Elias Teysmann, a Dutch botanist, this bird signifies the rich natural history of the remote Indonesian islands.
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