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Purple-throated Sunbird

Purple-throated Sunbird

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A common and widespread sunbird, male Purple-throated Sunbirds have a glossy green crown, a brilliant purple throat and breast, a reddish chest band, and a yellowish belly. Females are duller.
Where to spot
Widespread across the Philippines, Indonesia, and Malaysia, inhabiting forests, forest edges, gardens, and cultivated areas.
How to spot
Look for it visiting flowering trees and shrubs, often in open areas. The male's iridescent purple throat and red breast band are key identifiers. Listen for its high-pitched, buzzy calls.
When to spot
Active year-round, commonly seen throughout the day, especially when flowers are abundant.
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File:Van Hasselt's Sunbird (Leptocoma sperata brasiliana) female - Flickr - Lip Kee.jpg
File:Leptocoma sperata 396823982.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Leptocoma sperata Keulemans.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Leptocoma sperata juliae, femina.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Leptocoma sperata juliae.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Leptocoma sperata juliae 69116825, crop.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Leptocoma sperata juliae 69116825.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Leptocoma sperata juliae Keulemans.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Van Hasselt's Sunbird (Leptocoma sperata brasiliana) female - Flickr - Lip Kee.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
The Purple-throated Sunbird is highly adaptable, often found in human-modified landscapes like gardens and parks, playing a vital role in pollinating various garden plants.
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