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Southern Double-collared Sunbird

Southern Double-collared Sunbird

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The Southern Double-collared Sunbird is a widespread and common species known for the male's iridescent green head and throat, and a prominent red and narrow blue breast band. It's a familiar garden visitor.
Where to spot
Common across southern Africa, found in a variety of habitats including fynbos, forests, woodlands, coastal thickets, and urban gardens.
How to spot
Look for it around flowering plants in gardens or natural areas. Its iridescent plumage flashes in the sunlight. Listen for its rapid, high-pitched song and calls.
When to spot
Active throughout the year. Best observed during peak flowering seasons when nectar sources are abundant, usually during the cooler parts of the day.
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File:Cinnyris chalybeus chalybeus.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Cinnyris chalybeus chalybeus 441934735.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Cinnyris chalybeus ssp. albilateralis.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Southern Double-collared Sunbird (Cinnyris chalybeus).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Southern Double-collared Sunbird (Cinnyris chalybeus) 2.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Southern Double-collared Sunbird (Cinnyris chalybeus) 3.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Southern Double-collared Sunbird (Cinnyris chalybeus) 4.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Southern Double-collared Sunbird female (Cinnyris chalybeus).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
Despite its small size, this sunbird is a fierce defender of its territory, often chasing away much larger birds, especially from its favorite flowering plants.
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