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Plain Sunbird

Plain Sunbird

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A small, unassuming sunbird, the Plain Sunbird has plain olive-green upperparts and dull yellowish-green underparts, lacking the vibrant iridescence typical of many sunbirds. It has a short, straight bill.
Where to spot
Widespread across Southeast Asia, including Peninsular Malaysia, Sumatra, Borneo, and parts of Indochina. Inhabits lowland and secondary forests.
How to spot
Look for it in the mid-story and canopy of forests, often near flowering plants. Its lack of prominent markings is itself a key identification feature, along with its straight bill.
When to spot
Active year-round during daylight hours, especially in the morning and late afternoon.
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Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Anthreptes simplex 237644747.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Anthreptes simplex Keulemans.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
Despite its 'plain' appearance, the Plain Sunbird is a highly active and agile nectarivore, playing an important role in pollinating various forest plants by visiting numerous flowers.
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