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Palawan Sunbird

Palawan Sunbird

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The Aurora Sunbird is a colorful species, with males showing a combination of iridescent green, blue, and a prominent red breast band, contrasting with a yellow belly. It is found in forested habitats.
Where to spot
Found in parts of Indonesia, specifically on Sulawesi and nearby islands, inhabiting lowland forests, forest edges, and cultivated areas.
How to spot
Search for it in flowering trees and shrubs within its island forest habitat. Its vibrant colors, especially the red breast and yellow belly, are key identifiers. Listen for its calls.
When to spot
Year-round resident. Best observed during early mornings and late afternoons when birds are actively foraging among flowering plants.
File:Cinnyris aurora Keulemans (cropped).jpg
File:Cinnyris aurora Keulemans (cropped).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
The name 'aurora' refers to the dawn or the colorful sky at sunrise, aptly describing the vibrant, glowing colors of the male's plumage.
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