The Rusty-backed Flowerpecker is a small, somewhat plain flowerpecker characterized by its rusty-brown back, contrasting with paler underparts. It is an active bird, often found foraging in the forest canopy.
Where to spot
Endemic to Enggano Island, Indonesia, inhabiting lowland forests and forest edges.
How to spot
Look for small, fast-moving birds in the canopy and mid-story. The rusty back is a key feature for identification, especially among other plain flowerpeckers.
When to spot
Active year-round, with peak foraging in the early morning and late afternoon.
Where to spot
Endemic to Enggano Island, Indonesia, inhabiting lowland forests and forest edges.
How to spot
Look for small, fast-moving birds in the canopy and mid-story. The rusty back is a key feature for identification, especially among other plain flowerpeckers.
When to spot
Active year-round, with peak foraging in the early morning and late afternoon.
This species is endemic to the small island of Enggano, off the coast of Sumatra, making it a highly localized and specialized island endemic with a restricted range.
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