Purple-banded Sunbird

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The Purple-banded Sunbird is a widespread species across central and southern Africa. Males feature iridescent green upperparts, a red breast, and a distinctive purplish-blue band below the red.

Where to spot

Distributed widely in central and southern Africa, inhabiting savannas, woodlands, forest edges, coastal thickets, and gardens.

How to spot

Look for its vibrant plumage at flowering shrubs and trees. The purple band is a key identification feature. Its high-pitched, often rapid song can help locate it.

When to spot

Active throughout the year. Most easily observed during morning and late afternoon foraging. Attracted to flowering plants, especially those with red or orange flowers.

Where to spot

Distributed widely in central and southern Africa, inhabiting savannas, woodlands, forest edges, coastal thickets, and gardens.

How to spot

Look for its vibrant plumage at flowering shrubs and trees. The purple band is a key identification feature. Its high-pitched, often rapid song can help locate it.

When to spot

Active throughout the year. Most easily observed during morning and late afternoon foraging. Attracted to flowering plants, especially those with red or orange flowers.