A beautiful sunbird, male Green-throated Sunbirds have iridescent green throat and chest, contrasting with glossy black upperparts and a red belly patch. Females are duller. It has a curved bill.
Where to spot
Found in Central Africa, inhabiting lowland and montane forests, forest edges, and cultivated areas.
How to spot
Look for it in the mid-story and canopy of forests, often visiting flowering trees. The male's iridescent green throat and red belly patch are key identifiers.
When to spot
Active year-round, with peak foraging in the early morning and late afternoon.
Where to spot
Found in Central Africa, inhabiting lowland and montane forests, forest edges, and cultivated areas.
How to spot
Look for it in the mid-story and canopy of forests, often visiting flowering trees. The male's iridescent green throat and red belly patch are key identifiers.
When to spot
Active year-round, with peak foraging in the early morning and late afternoon.
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
The Green-throated Sunbird is often found in the canopy of tall forest trees, making it a challenging species to observe clearly without good binoculars.
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