The Eastern Double-collared Sunbird is a widely distributed and common sunbird across East Africa. Males boast a shimmering green head and throat, a vivid red breast band, and a narrow blue band below it.
Where to spot
Extremely common throughout East Africa, including Kenya, Tanzania, and parts of Uganda, inhabiting various habitats such as woodlands, savannas, coastal scrub, and gardens.
How to spot
Look for it at flowering plants, especially those with tubular flowers. Its bright plumage makes it easy to spot. Listen for its high-pitched, energetic song and calls.
When to spot
Active year-round. Easily seen during daylight hours, especially in the mornings when feeding. It is particularly attracted to nectar feeders.
Where to spot
Extremely common throughout East Africa, including Kenya, Tanzania, and parts of Uganda, inhabiting various habitats such as woodlands, savannas, coastal scrub, and gardens.
How to spot
Look for it at flowering plants, especially those with tubular flowers. Its bright plumage makes it easy to spot. Listen for its high-pitched, energetic song and calls.
When to spot
Active year-round. Easily seen during daylight hours, especially in the mornings when feeding. It is particularly attracted to nectar feeders.
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
This species frequently visits gardens and urban parks, adapting well to human-modified landscapes, making it one of the more easily observed sunbirds in its range.
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