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Loveridge's Sunbird

Loveridge's Sunbird

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Loveridge's Sunbird is an attractive, highly localized species with males displaying iridescent green, blue, and a prominent red breast band. It is considered endangered due to its very restricted range.
Where to spot
Endemic to the Udzungwa Mountains in Tanzania, found specifically in submontane and montane forests, often in clearings and forest edges.
How to spot
Requires dedicated searching within the Udzungwa Mountain forests. Its vibrant colors can be seen as it forages. Listen for its distinctive high-pitched calls.
When to spot
Year-round resident. Best observed during morning hours when birds are most active. Its presence is often tied to the flowering of specific plants.
This sunbird is named after Arthur Loveridge, a British zoologist and herpetologist who conducted extensive research in East Africa, highlighting the contributions of early naturalists to ornithology.
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