Gertrude's Sunbird is a relatively recently recognized sunbird species, often confused with similar looking species. Males display glossy green upperparts and a red breast band.
Where to spot
Found in Angola and potentially neighboring regions, inhabiting miombo woodlands and savanna habitats.
How to spot
Requires careful observation due to its similarity to other sunbird species. Look for it in flowering trees and shrubs within miombo woodland. Pay attention to subtle plumage details and vocalizations.
When to spot
Year-round resident. Best observed during flowering seasons when nectar is abundant, typically in the morning and late afternoon.
Where to spot
Found in Angola and potentially neighboring regions, inhabiting miombo woodlands and savanna habitats.
How to spot
Requires careful observation due to its similarity to other sunbird species. Look for it in flowering trees and shrubs within miombo woodland. Pay attention to subtle plumage details and vocalizations.
When to spot
Year-round resident. Best observed during flowering seasons when nectar is abundant, typically in the morning and late afternoon.
This sunbird was only officially described as a distinct species in 2010, highlighting the ongoing discoveries in avian taxonomy, even for well-studied groups like sunbirds.
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